CEFR C1

authentic

adjective

Meaning

Real, true, or exactly what it is claimed to be; not false or copied.

Examples

The restaurant serves authentic Italian cuisine.
She has an authentic passion for environmental causes.

Synonyms: real, genuine, legitimate, veritable

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authentic (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ɔːˈθɛntɪk/

Definition

Real, true, or exactly what it is claimed to be; not false or copied.

Examples

The restaurant serves authentic Italian cuisine.
She has an authentic passion for environmental causes.
We need to ensure the feedback we receive is authentic.

How to Use authentic

authentic to (prepositional phrase): True to the nature or character of someone or something. — "The character's dialogue remained authentic to his background."

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