Definitions and Examples of genuine, real, authentic
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Truly what something is said to be; authentic.
Example
The antique vase was genuine and worth a fortune.
Actually existing as a thing or occurring in fact; not imagined or supposed.
Example
The real reason for his absence was that he was sick.
Of undisputed origin and not a copy; genuine.
Example
The painting was confirmed to be an authentic work of art by the artist's signature.
Key Differences: genuine vs real vs authentic
- 1Genuine refers to something that is truly what it is said to be, while psuedo refers to something that is false or fake.
- 2Real refers to something that actually exists or occurs in fact, while psuedo refers to something that is not genuine.
- 3Authentic refers to something that is of undisputed origin and not a copy, while psuedo refers to something that is not genuine.
Effective Usage of genuine, real, authentic
- 1In everyday conversation, use these antonyms to describe the authenticity of things or people.
- 2In writing, use these antonyms to create contrast and emphasize the genuineness of something.
- 3In academic settings, use these antonyms to differentiate between real and fake concepts or theories.
Remember this!
The antonyms of psuedo are genuine, real, and authentic. These words convey the opposite meaning of psuedo, which means false or fake. Use these antonyms to describe the authenticity of things or people, create contrast in writing, and differentiate between real and fake concepts or theories in academic settings.
