noun
- the quality of being genuine or real; not copied or false
- the quality of being true to one’s own personality, spirit, or character
Examples
- The museum verified the authenticity of the ancient painting.
- Experts questioned the authenticity of the signature on the document.
- She valued authenticity over popularity in her relationships.
- The restaurant prides itself on the authenticity of its traditional recipes.
- His authenticity as a leader made people trust him.
- The antique dealer guaranteed the authenticity of the vintage jewelry.
- Social media often encourages people to sacrifice authenticity for likes.