as in real
formal
true or real
—used to emphasize a description
The island is a veritable paradise. The sale attracted a veritable mob of people.
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Recent Examples of veritable
Since February 2023, a veritable revolution has taken place in drone warfare, as unmanned platforms have increased in versatility, affordability, and function.
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Ilan Berman, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 May 2025
Werth left Churchill with $3,500 in winnings, a veritable king’s ransom for a minor leaguer.
—Dana O'Neil, New York Times, 2 May 2025
What began with one rental home at the company’s inception has grown into a veritable empire.
—Emma Reynolds, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025
Gilbert largely glosses over the fact that the 2010s unleashed a veritable onslaught of female talent on the cultural world.
—Laura Mills, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2025
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Ilan Berman, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 May 2025
Werth left Churchill with $3,500 in winnings, a veritable king’s ransom for a minor leaguer.
—Dana O'Neil, New York Times, 2 May 2025
What began with one rental home at the company’s inception has grown into a veritable empire.
—Emma Reynolds, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025
Gilbert largely glosses over the fact that the 2010s unleashed a veritable onslaught of female talent on the cultural world.
—Laura Mills, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for veritable
Adjective
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That's pretty high in today's electric-mobility market, but the real problem for the new VanMoof will be regaining rider loyalty and trust.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
15 June 2025
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That seems like a very high number and could create real problems.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 June 2025
Adjective
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Learning to be resilient from the inside out is essential for developing genuine capacity and successfully navigating challenging times.—
Melissa Cidado,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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DeBlois dials the cuteness quotient back somewhat while giving this massive animal a genuine presence.—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
9 June 2025
Adjective
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And of course classic strawberry shortcake, strawberry pound cake, and many more fresh dishes.—
Stacey Lastoe,
Southern Living,
8 June 2025
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The classic business startup model focused on what entrepreneurs wanted to offer to their ideal clients and customers.—
Cynthia Pong,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
Adjective
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But that meeting’s collapse—and, more broadly, the utter failure of sanctions to prevent North Korea from developing its nuclear potential—may prompt him to support Seoul’s push.—
John Delury,
Foreign Affairs,
3 June 2025
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The Civil War, which is jeopardizing his presidency, has turned him into an utter killjoy.—
Charles McNulty,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2025
Adjective
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The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation is presiding over an unmitigated disaster, and everything about the U.S.- and Israel-backed group’s failure was entirely predictable.—
Juliette Kayyem,
The Atlantic,
6 June 2025
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This past regular season was an unmitigated disaster.—
Alex Kirschenbaum,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 May 2025
Adjective
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Only three teams — the Athletics, Orioles and Blue Jays have allowed more than the Dodgers’ 83 total dingers.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
6 June 2025
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MongoDB said revenues for Atlas during the quarter grew 26% from a year ago and accounted for 72% of total revenues.—
Samantha Subin,
CNBC,
5 June 2025
Adjective
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This results in chewy little springs perfect for pasta salads, but also a rich ragù.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
14 June 2025
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The world is all about them, and they are constantly focused on creating a perfect image of themselves in front of others.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
Adjective
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The Fillers have gone before town officials this past spring to present a concept plan to the Cedar Lake Planning Commission, which included restoring the chapel to be in use, but no definite decisions have been made.—
Anna Ortiz,
Chicago Tribune,
31 May 2025
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More Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images While there are definite reasons for Indiana fans to be nervous, Haliburton is motivated to make sure the Pacers do not drop Game 6 at home.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 May 2025
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“Veritable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/veritable. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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