26984 words

authenticity

2 definitions • 5 examples
1
the quality of being real or true:

Examples:

The poems are supposed to be by Sappho, but they are actually of doubtful authenticity.
The authenticity of her story is beyond doubt.
2
the quality of being real or true:

Examples:

Many people now question the authenticity of his claims.
ensure/guarantee sth's authenticity Digital signatures ensure the authenticity of your documents.
check/verify sth's authenticity They showed the documents to several experts to verify their authenticity.

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