Genuine
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈd͡ʒɛn.juː.ɪn/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Genuine is an adjective meaning Belonging to, or proceeding from the original stock; native.
Meaning
Belonging to, or proceeding from the original stock; native.
More Meanings
- Not counterfeit, spurious, false, or adulterated
Example Sentences
a genuine text; a genuine production; genuine materials; genuine friendship
[…] and before you could say 'scissors' that customer had forgotten all about the genuine article, and was out of the shop with the bijoutry.
Synonyms for genuine
Depending on context, synonyms include authentic, legit, lubish, natural, real, true.
Antonyms for genuine
Common opposites include bullshit, fake, ingenuine, counterfeit, fraudulent, knockoff.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include literal, good, actual, old, true, sure-enough.
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Sources & Attribution
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