genuineness
Americannoun
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the quality of being true, authentic, or valid.
The genuineness of these original manuscripts is undeniable.
There is an issue concerning the genuineness of the defendant's signature.
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the quality of being free from pretense, deceit, or affectation; sincerity.
There was a genuineness about him which most people recognized, and which endeared him to them.
Other Word Forms
- nongenuineness noun
- ungenuineness noun
Etymology
Origin of genuineness
Example Sentences
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“There was always a heartbeat behind his work and genuineness in his efforts. His kindness, tenacity and generosity to this world will not be forgotten.”
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 2, 2023
They had either played for or coached under Coryell, and while remembering the coach’s genius and genuineness, the overwhelming sentiments were sadness and bewilderment that Coryell had yet to join them in Canton, Ohio.
From Seattle Times • Jul. 31, 2023
Unfortunately, we may not be that good at gauging others' genuineness — even when we believe we are.
From Salon • May 24, 2022
He was betraying an oath; he risked undermining good order and discipline in the ranks; and above all, his institutional power would have made the genuineness of his partner’s continuing consent hard to assess.
From New York Times • Mar. 29, 2022
But I began to see that Chet was weakened by the very genuineness of his interest in learning.
From "A Separate Peace" by John Knowles
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