authenticity

[ aw-then-tis-i-tee, aw-thuhn- ]

noun

1. the quality of being authentic; genuineness.

Other Words From

• nonau·then·tici·ty noun
• unau·then·tici·ty noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of authenticity¹

First recorded in 1650–60; authentic + -ity

Example Sentences

A few minutes later, Conservative Graham Stuart said all MPs "recognise the authenticity" of Rayner's back story including her time working as a carer.

From BBC

In their dedication to authenticity, Fehlbaum and his production team sourced period-accurate equipment from old television stations and collectors, much of it still working, to re-create the analog control-room setup as faithfully as possible.

From Los Angeles Times

The reason many of its shows work is that audiences appreciate the authenticity of local storytelling.

From Los Angeles Times

Several more are referred to in historical texts or preparatory drawings but are now lost, while a few paintings are the subject of ongoing arguments as to their authenticity.

From Los Angeles Times

As a mostly American group telling a story about Northern Ireland, the creative team also valued authenticity.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• accuracy
• correctness
• credibility
• legitimacy
• purity
• reliability
• trustworthiness
• truthfulness
• validity