as in very
in actual fact
people are surprised to learn that he is an authentically certified graduate of clown college
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Recent Examples of authentically
Wear yours with breezy tops or plain tanks for an eclectic-cool vibe that feels authentically European.
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Kelsey Stiegman,
Glamour,
2 July 2026
To portray characters authentically, sometimes stars go the extra mile, developing specialized skills to make their on-screen characters feel as real as possible.
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Zoey Lyttle,
PEOPLE,
30 June 2026
Wek, with her distinct Dinka features, didn't lobby for change but simply existed authentically, causing the fashion industry to redefine beauty around her.
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Jeetendr Sehdev,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
But the slices are authentically tasty with a bright, clean sauce.
—
Peter St. Onge
updated June 24,
Charlotte Observer,
24 June 2026
Many employees feel it when their employers adopt the language of psychological safety as performance without authentically creating a supportive culture.
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Bob Batchelor,
Fortune,
23 June 2026
Stand behind your work authentically.
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Clayton Davis,
Variety,
17 June 2026
Many employees feel it when their employers adopt the language of psychological safety as performance without authentically creating a supportive culture.
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Bob Batchelor,
The Conversation,
17 June 2026
Through their work, these remarkable young filmmakers remind us that the arts are not simply a means of expression, but a way of living truthfully and authentically in the world.
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Hilary Lewis,
HollywoodReporter,
11 June 2026
Kelsey Stiegman,
Glamour,
2 July 2026
To portray characters authentically, sometimes stars go the extra mile, developing specialized skills to make their on-screen characters feel as real as possible.
—
Zoey Lyttle,
PEOPLE,
30 June 2026
Wek, with her distinct Dinka features, didn't lobby for change but simply existed authentically, causing the fashion industry to redefine beauty around her.
—
Jeetendr Sehdev,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
But the slices are authentically tasty with a bright, clean sauce.
—
Peter St. Onge
updated June 24,
Charlotte Observer,
24 June 2026
Many employees feel it when their employers adopt the language of psychological safety as performance without authentically creating a supportive culture.
—
Bob Batchelor,
Fortune,
23 June 2026
Stand behind your work authentically.
—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
17 June 2026
Many employees feel it when their employers adopt the language of psychological safety as performance without authentically creating a supportive culture.
—
Bob Batchelor,
The Conversation,
17 June 2026
Through their work, these remarkable young filmmakers remind us that the arts are not simply a means of expression, but a way of living truthfully and authentically in the world.
—
Hilary Lewis,
HollywoodReporter,
11 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for authentically
Adverb
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Despite consuming mass quantities of high-calorie foods during competition season, most professional competitive eaters are very lean.
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Music icon Taylor Swift and football star Travis Kelce, who announced their engagement in August 2025, are anticipated to tie the knot very soon.
Adverb
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When this place is eventually gone — a phrase that feels truly bizarre given the environment this summer and the half-century preceding it — the lasting images will be the seas of red.
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The truly remarkable thing about this country is its ingenious ability—through elections, immigration, freedom of speech, and economic mobility—to constantly remake itself.
Adverb
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Many of Haaland’s bags are actually Haut à Courroies (HAC), the model that the Birkin is based off, but with a slightly taller and narrower profile.
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Ironically, though, her flushed and rosy cheeks were created with two shades of the Beauty Pie Supercheek Cream Blush — one of which was in her iconic color palette, while the other was actually — gasp!
Adverb
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This conversation happens right before the crew takes the guests on what looks like a really cool oyster farm tour.
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Tried and tested professionals to really help maintain a high standard.
Adverb
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So, while certain claims about the recent test appear to be hyperbolic, this is genuinely an impressive technical achievement for the team behind it.
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Spontaneous travel or conversation with someone from a different background could be genuinely enlightening.
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