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authentic
[ aw-then-tik ]
adjective
- not false or copied; genuine; real:
an authentic antique.
- having an origin supported by unquestionable evidence; authenticated; verified:
an authentic document of the Middle Ages;
an authentic work of the old master.
- representing one’s true nature or beliefs; true to oneself or to the person identified:
a story told in the authentic voice of a Midwestern farmer;
a senator’s speech that sounded authentic.
- entitled to acceptance or belief because of agreement with known facts or experience; reliable; trustworthy:
an authentic report on poverty in Africa.
- Law. executed with all due formalities:
an authentic deed.
- Music.
- (of a church mode) having a range extending from the final to the octave above. Compare plagal.
- (of a cadence) consisting of a dominant harmony followed by a tonic.
- Obsolete. authoritative.
authentic
/ ɔːˈθɛntɪk; ˌɔːθɛnˈtɪsɪtɪ /
adjective
- of undisputed origin or authorship; genuine
an authentic signature
- accurate in representation of the facts; trustworthy; reliable
an authentic account
- (of a deed or other document) duly executed, any necessary legal formalities having been complied with
- music
- using period instruments and historically researched scores and playing techniques in an attempt to perform a piece as it would have been played at the time it was written
- ( in combination )
an authentic-instrument performance
- music Compare plagal
- (of a mode as used in Gregorian chant) commencing on the final and ending an octave higher
- (of a cadence) progressing from a dominant to a tonic chord
Derived Forms
- auˈthentically, adverb
- authenticity, noun
Other Words From
- au·thenti·cal·ly adverb
- nonau·thentic adjective
- quasi-au·thentic adjective
- quasi-au·thenti·cal·ly adverb
- unau·thentic adjective
Word History and Origins
Origin of authentic1
Word History and Origins
Origin of authentic1
Synonym Study
Example Sentences
Axel says his bigger concern was figuring out how to use the team's expertise to create an adventure that felt authentic to its inspiration.
Over three seasons, “Somebody Somewhere” was embraced by fans and critics for its authentic portrayal of hurting, healing and personal growth.
“We tried very hard to make sure that we felt very authentic and real,” Ball adds.
"Each season will be authentic to the original books and bring Harry Potter and these incredible adventures to new audiences around the world," added Max.
It’s even better when the person telling the story is their most authentic self.
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