What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unauthentic
Example
The unauthentic painting was discovered to be a forgery. [unauthentic: adjective]
Example
She felt unauthentic pretending to like things she didn't. [unauthentic: adjective]
inauthentic
Example
The inauthentic performance lacked emotion and sincerity. [inauthentic: adjective]
Example
He felt inauthentic wearing a suit to work when he preferred casual clothes. [inauthentic: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Inauthentic is more commonly used than unauthentic in everyday language. Inauthentic is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while unauthentic is less common and may be considered outdated or archaic in some contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between unauthentic and inauthentic?
Both unauthentic and inauthentic are considered formal words and may be used in academic or professional contexts.
