authentic

• Qualifie quelque chose de véritable, original, qui n'est pas une copie ni une imitation ; également ce qui est fidèle à la réalité ou à une source.

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.

   Authentique (véritable)

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

   Synonymesactualbona fidecrediblegenuinelegitimaterealtrueunquestionableveritable

   Antonymesboguscounterfeitfakefalseforgedfraudulentinauthenticphonyshamspurious

2. True to one's own personalityB2formal

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

   Authentique (fidèle à soi-même)

   • 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.

   Synonymesgenuinehonestnaturaloriginalrealself-awaresinceretrueunaffectedunpretentious

   Antonymesaffectedartificialfakefalseinauthenticinsincerephony