Definitions
- Describing something that is genuine, real, or original. - Referring to something that is true to its origins or traditions. - Talking about something that is reliable, trustworthy, or credible.
- Referring to something that is lawful, legal, or valid. - Describing something that is accepted or recognized by authority or society. - Talking about something that is reasonable, justified, or fair.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is genuine or real.
- 2Both words imply that something is valid or acceptable.
- 3Both words can be used to describe something that is trustworthy or credible.
What is the difference?
- 1Lawfulness: Authentic does not necessarily imply legality, while legitimate specifically refers to something that is lawful or valid.
- 2Justification: Authentic emphasizes reliability or credibility, while legitimate focuses on reasonableness or fairness.
- 3Usage: Authentic is commonly used in the context of objects, experiences, or cultural aspects, while legitimate is often used in the context of actions, reasons, or claims.
- 4Connotation: Authentic has a positive connotation of being genuine or original, while legitimate has a neutral connotation of being valid or acceptable.
Remember this!
Authentic and legitimate are synonyms that describe something genuine or real. However, there are differences in their usage and connotations. Authentic emphasizes reliability, trustworthiness, and being true to its origins or traditions. On the other hand, legitimate focuses on lawfulness, acceptance, and reasonableness. While authentic is commonly used in the context of objects or cultural aspects, legitimate is often used in the context of actions or claims.
