authentic
Authentic (adj) means genuine and exactly what it claims to be, not fake or copied. Example: “She bought an authentic Italian leather bag on her trip to Florence.”
How to Use Authentic
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishReal and genuine — the real deal, not a fake, copy, or performance.
Word Forms
more authentic comparative, most authentic superlative
Fill the Gap
Can you complete this real example?
She bought an _____ Italian leather bag on her trip to Florence.
Etymology
From Old French autentique, from Latin authenticus, from Greek authentikós ("genuine").
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “authentic” mean?
The word “authentic” means genuine and exactly what it claims to be, not fake or copied. In plain terms, real and genuine — the real deal, not a fake, copy, or performance.
How do you pronounce “authentic”?
“Authentic” is pronounced o-THEHN-tihk (/ɔˈθɛn.tɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “authentic” in a sentence?
Here is “authentic” used in a sentence: “She bought an authentic Italian leather bag on her trip to Florence.”
What is the opposite of “authentic”?
The opposite of “authentic” — its antonyms — are non-authentic, nonauthentic, phony, fake and ingenuine.
What part of speech is “authentic”?
“Authentic” is an adjective.
Where does the word “authentic” come from?
The word “authentic” comes from Latin. From Old French autentique, from Latin authenticus, from Greek authentikós ("genuine").
Is “authentic” a common word?
“Authentic” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “authentic” have?
“Authentic” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: genuine and exactly what it claims to be, not fake or copied.