Authentic

Pronunciation: /əˈθɛntɪk/

Authentic (adjective)

  1. Real and not fake or copied.
  2. True to its original form or style.
  3. A person who is honest and trustworthy.

Examples

  • The painting was confirmed to be authentic.
  • She bought an authentic leather jacket.

Common collocations: authentic experience, authentic flavor, authentic product, authentic style, authentic version

Synonyms of Authentic

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Authentic

  • when describing something not genuine
  • when referring to imitation goods