authenticity

2 definitions • 5 examples

the quality of being real or true:

The poems are supposed to be by Sappho, but they are actually of doubtful authenticity.

The authenticity of her story is beyond doubt.

the quality of being real or true:

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.