authenticity
pronunciation
How to pronounce authenticity in British English:
UK [ˌɔːθenˈtɪsəti]
How to pronounce authenticity in American English:
US [ˌɔːθenˈtɪsəti]
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- Noun:
- undisputed credibility
Word Origin
- authenticity (n.)
- 1760; see authentic + -ity. Earlier form was authentity (1650s).
Example
- 1. Trust is always more important than authenticity and transparency .
- 2. A growing number of foreign and chinese companies now check the authenticity of diplomas as well .
- 3. The photo 's authenticity couldn 't be independently verified .
- 4. Sources are cited below the news article to give the piece authenticity .
- 5. Although the evidence is startling , many have questioned its authenticity .