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authentic

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Pronunciation

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  • (US) IPA (key): /ɔ.ˈθɛn.tɪk/ or /ɒ.ˈθɛn.tɪk/
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Adjective

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Positive
authentic

Comparative
more authentic

Superlative
most authentic

  1. Of the same origin as claimed; genuine.
    The experts confirmed it was an authentic signature.
  2. Conforming to reality and therefore worthy of trust, reliance, or belief.
    The report was completely authentic.
  3. (old, no longer used) Having authority.