authentic

• Describe algo genuino, real, que no es una copia ni una imitación; también se aplica a lo que es fiel a su origen o a la verdad.

Describes something that is genuine, real, and not a copy or imitation.

1. Genuine or realB1formal

   Not false or copied; being exactly what it claims to be.

   auténtico, genuino

   • The painting was confirmed to be an authentic Picasso.
   • She bought an authentic Italian leather bag.
   • The museum displays authentic artifacts from ancient Egypt.

   Sinónimosactualbona fidecrediblegenuinelegitimaterealtrueunquestionableveritable

   Antónimosboguscounterfeitfakefalseforgedfraudulentinauthenticphonyshamspurious

2. True to one's own personalityB2formal

   Acting in a way that is true to one's own character, spirit, or feelings.

   Auténtico (fiel a uno mismo)

   • He is known for being an authentic leader who listens to his team.
   • She gave an authentic performance that moved the audience.
   • Living an authentic life means being honest with yourself.

   Sinónimosgenuinehonestnaturaloriginalrealself-awaresinceretrueunaffectedunpretentious

   Antónimosaffectedartificialfakefalseinauthenticinsincerephony