1
as in genuine
being exactly as appears or as claimed
found an authentic Native American arrowhead
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as in accurate
following an original exactly
an authentic reconstruction of the Parthenon as it is believed to have looked when first built
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Recent Examples of authentic
There will also be a vast collection of authentic Mata Ortiz pottery, according to event organizers.
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Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 July 2025
Their teacher, Elchanan, even invited them into his home, offering an authentic glimpse into Israeli life.
—Jd Krebs, Sun Sentinel, 31 July 2025
Since 2007, Greek Grille has been a local favorite for authentic Greek cuisine, from moussaka to lamb souvlaki.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 31 July 2025
Step into the jungle at Chef Jose Luis Hinostroza's ARCA for an award-winning dining and craft cocktail experience that feels innovative yet deeply authentic to the richness of one of Mexico's most celebrated regional cuisines.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 19 July 2025
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Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 July 2025
Their teacher, Elchanan, even invited them into his home, offering an authentic glimpse into Israeli life.
—Jd Krebs, Sun Sentinel, 31 July 2025
Since 2007, Greek Grille has been a local favorite for authentic Greek cuisine, from moussaka to lamb souvlaki.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 31 July 2025
Step into the jungle at Chef Jose Luis Hinostroza's ARCA for an award-winning dining and craft cocktail experience that feels innovative yet deeply authentic to the richness of one of Mexico's most celebrated regional cuisines.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 19 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for authentic
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In 2025, personal touch and human logic are vital for combating the fatigue often associated with a lack of genuine connection.—
Rolling Stone Culture Council,
Rolling Stone,
29 July 2025
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Partnering with causes that align with his values can also help shift the narrative from scandal to substance, but crucially, these efforts must appear genuine and authentic.—
Megan Cartwright,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 July 2025
Adjective
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Call your insurance company and verify that the estimate is accurate to your policy.—
Nicole Villalpando,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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Prices were accurate at the time of publication but may change.—
Cody Godwin,
USA Today,
29 July 2025
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This is a great way to spot medical fraud or an honest human error like a miscoding of services.—
Nicole Villalpando,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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He’s been honest and realistic with his teammates about it.—
Dan Hayes,
New York Times,
29 July 2025
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This rings especially true for me, a vegetarian for nearly two decades.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
26 July 2025
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This was certainly true of the Mets last summer when Taylor played his way into the lineup more consistently than Harrison Bader.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
26 July 2025
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Oreo Puffs cereal is made with real Oreo cookie wafers, according to Post Consumer Brands, that are crunchy and chocolatey spheres along with marshmallows.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
22 July 2025
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Explore the challenges of bringing Stitch into the real world, how the familiar images of the original were recreated, and join returning cast members on a set that embodies ‘ohana.—
Alexis Simmerman,
Austin American Statesman,
22 July 2025
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While an exact date has yet to be announced, HBO Max confirmed that Welcome to Derry will premiere in October.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
28 July 2025
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The exact nature of the $250,000 in question has been a point of contention for years.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
28 July 2025
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Now, after flash floods earlier this month killed at least 135 Texans in the Hill Country, the bill’s original authors are hoping Abbott will give the proposal a second look.—
Bayliss Wagner,
Austin American Statesman,
25 July 2025
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The original vision was to phase out the Flintstones theme, but overwhelming public affection and nostalgia changed their minds.—
Tiffany Acosta,
AZCentral.com,
25 July 2025
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“Authentic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/authentic. Accessed 4 Aug. 2025.
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