authenticate
verb (used with object)
to establish as genuine.
authenticates
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present tense formof authenticate (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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Key to the burgeoning market are firms like Professional Sports Authenticator, of Santa Ana, which authenticates and appraises cards.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 20, 2026
Although a fantastically informative dive that also authenticates much of the movie’s narrative, I do question a serious expose about Oppenheimer using Bill Nye as a science authority source.
From Washington Times ● Dec. 7, 2023
He authenticates documents across the world and said the Smith counterfeits still cause confusion for experts and collectors.
From BBC ● Nov. 13, 2023
But Banksy also goes to great lengths to regulate the resale of his graffiti and prevent fakes, working with a team that authenticates his work.
From New York Times ● Dec. 13, 2022
If a New Testament citation authenticates an ancient writing, Enoch must be regarded as an inspired book.
From Who Wrote the Bible? : a Book for the People by Washington Gladden
