What does veritable mean?
Veritable means True; genuine..
Veritable
/ˈvɛ.ɹɪ.tə.bl/ · adjective
Meaning
True; genuine..
Definitions by Sense
- True; genuine.
- As an intensifier: absolute, indisputable.
Example Sentences
He is a veritable genius.
A fair is a veritable smorgasbord.
The ideal man of the Middle Ages was free of all fear because he was sure of salvation, certain of eternal bliss. He was the saint, and the saint, not the knight nor the troubadour, is the veritable ideal of the Middle Ages.
From 1748, a veritable troop of elocution experts declared war on Scots diction, providing inspirational lectures, books and yet more lists for diligent anglophiles to memorise.
Synonyms for veritable
Antonyms for veritable
Related Words
Word Forms
- more veritable
- most veritable
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for veritable?
Common synonyms include regular, authentic, genuine, bona fide.
What is the opposite of veritable?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use veritable in a sentence?
He is a veritable genius.
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