Definitions and Examples of genuine, real
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Truly what something is said to be; authentic.
Example
The painting was confirmed to be genuine after extensive research and analysis.
Actually existing as a thing or occurring in fact; not imagined or supposed.
Example
The diamond ring was worth a fortune because it was made of real diamonds.
Key Differences: genuine vs real
- 1Genuine implies that something is truly what it is claimed to be, while real implies that something exists in fact and is not imagined.
- 2Genuine is often used to describe people's character or personality, while real is used to describe objects or situations.
Effective Usage of genuine, real
- 1Authenticity: Use genuine to describe something that is truly what it claims to be.
- 2Existence: Use real to describe something that actually exists in fact.
- 3Characterization: Use genuine to describe someone's character or personality.
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Remember this!
The antonyms genuine and real convey a sense of authenticity and truthfulness. Use genuine to describe something that is truly what it claims to be, while real is used to describe something that actually exists in fact. Use these words to describe people's character or personality, objects, or situations.
