authenticity
UK/.ɒ:θen'tisiti/US
GREC1
Definitions
n.
The quality of being genuine, real, or true.
真实性，真伪。
n.
The quality of being honest and true to oneself.
真诚，本真（忠于自我）。
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedauthenticroot
+
-ityrelating to, of the nature of (adjective-forming suffix)
=authenticity
authentic + -ity (state, quality) = the quality of being authentic. Authentic comes from Greek authentikos 'genuine, done by one's own hand' (autos 'self' + hentes 'doer'). Authenticity is therefore 'the state of being the real, self-made thing' — not a copy.
Common Collocations
- 1.prove authenticity证明真实性
- 2.question the authenticity质疑真伪
- 3.sense of authenticity本真感
- 4.verify authenticity核验真伪
Example Sentences
- 1.
Experts confirmed the authenticity of the ancient manuscript.
- 2.
Fans praised the singer for the authenticity of her lyrics.
- 3.
The restaurant is known for the authenticity of its regional dishes.