authenticity
gb/ˌɔθəntˈɪsɪti/ us/ˌɔθəntˈɪsɪti/
B2
Inglese
~ 9200
Accezioni
0 accezioni
Sostantivo
B2
property
1
genuineness; being real, not fake
The quality of being real and not a copy or fake.
Schema d'uso:
the authenticity of [something]
Errore comune:
Learners sometimes use *authenticity* when they mean *authority* (power or right to control). *Authenticity* is about being genuine or real, not about power. Another mistake is saying *authenticness*; the standard noun is *authenticity*.
Sinonimi
genuineness (Very close in meaning; slightly more general and less tied to legal or formal checks.)
Contrari
fakeness (Direct opposite, stressing that something is not real but made to look real.)
Collocazioni
question the authenticity
|verify the authenticity
|prove the authenticity
|certificate of authenticity
|guarantee of authenticity
|authenticity of the document
Temi
law
|business
|arts
|daily life
|daily_life
|core_vocabulary
Esempi
- Experts were called in to confirm the authenticity of the painting.
- The museum doubts the authenticity of the ancient vase.
- You should always check the authenticity of news stories you read online.
- The watch comes with a certificate of authenticity from the manufacturer.
- New technology makes it easier to verify the authenticity of digital signatures.
Esempi per chi studia
- The police checked the authenticity of his passport.
- We are not sure about the authenticity of this old letter.
- A stamp collector cares a lot about the authenticity of each stamp.
- The shop gives a paper that shows the authenticity of the bag.
- The bank staff tested the authenticity of the money.
Sostantivo
C1
property
2
being true to yourself
The quality of being honest and real, and not pretending to be someone else.
Schema d'uso:
[someone]'s authenticity in [situation]
Errore comune:
Learners sometimes only use *authenticity* for objects (like documents) and forget it can describe people and behavior. Another mistake is using *authenticity* where *honesty* would be clearer; *authenticity* usually includes being yourself, not just telling the truth.
Sinonimi
sincerity (Focuses more on honest feelings and intentions; *authenticity* adds a sense of being consistent with one's true self or identity.)
Contrari
pretence (Highlights acting in a way that hides your true feelings or identity, which is the opposite of authenticity in this sense.)
Collocazioni
personal authenticity
|emotional authenticity
|show authenticity
|value authenticity
|maintain authenticity
|project authenticity
Temi
psychology
|work
|relationships
|communication
|emotions
Esempi
- Audiences respond to her authenticity as a public speaker.
- He is known for his authenticity on social media, sharing both successes and failures.
- Therapists often encourage clients to develop greater authenticity in their relationships.
- The brand built its reputation on authenticity and transparency with customers.
- Her authenticity made everyone feel comfortable to be themselves.
Esempi per chi studia
- People like his authenticity because he does not hide his feelings.
- In a job interview, it is important to show some authenticity.
- Her authenticity helps her make real friends.
- The teacher’s authenticity makes students trust him.
- Many leaders talk about the value of authenticity at work.
Sostantivo
B2
property
3
faithfulness of a representation
The quality of a performance, copy, or cultural product being very close to the original or real thing.
Schema d'uso:
the authenticity of [representation]
Errore comune:
Learners sometimes confuse *authenticity* with *originality*. *Authenticity* here is about being faithful to something that already exists; *originality* is about being new and creative.
Sinonimi
faithfulness (Emphasizes close and accurate copying of details; *authenticity* often adds a feeling of true character or spirit.)
Contrari
inaccuracy (Stresses that details do not correctly match the original, which breaks authenticity in this sense.)
Collocazioni
historical authenticity
|cultural authenticity
|authenticity of the performance
|authenticity of the translation
|sense of authenticity
|strive for authenticity
Temi
arts
|culture
|media
|arts_entertainment
|communication
|core_vocabulary
Esempi
- The film was praised for the authenticity of its 1940s setting.
- Some critics questioned the cultural authenticity of the restaurant’s menu.
- The translator worked hard to keep the authenticity of the author’s voice.
- The game’s designers focused on historical authenticity in the weapons and clothing.
- Adding local actors gave the series a greater sense of authenticity.
Esempi per chi studia
- The play has a strong feeling of authenticity.
- They talked about the cultural authenticity of the TV show.
- The movie lost some authenticity when it used modern music.
- The book’s authenticity comes from real stories.
- Many fans liked the authenticity of the band’s live sound.
Sostantivo
technical
C2
state
4
existential authenticity in philosophy
In philosophy, the state of living by your own real values and choices, not just doing what society expects.
Schema d'uso:
authenticity as a way of [living/being]
Errore comune:
Learners may not notice that this is a special, more technical sense used in philosophy and psychology, and may mix it with the everyday idea of being honest or real. Context with words like *existential*, *philosopher*, or *identity* usually signals this technical sense.
Sinonimi
self-realization (Broader and more psychological; *authenticity* in this sense is often used in existential or philosophical discussions of how one lives.)
Contrari
conformity (Highlights living mainly by others’ expectations rather than by one’s own chosen values, which contrasts with philosophical authenticity.)
Collocazioni
existential authenticity
|search for authenticity
|authenticity versus conformity
|struggle for authenticity
|authenticity of one's existence
Temi
philosophy
|psychology
|education
|emotions
|core_vocabulary
Esempi
- Many existentialist writers place authenticity at the center of a meaningful life.
- The course explores how social media can both support and undermine personal authenticity.
- She wrote her thesis on the role of authenticity in modern identity politics.
- The novel follows a man’s struggle for authenticity in a highly controlled society.
- Philosophers debate whether complete authenticity is even possible in a complex social world.
Esempi per chi studia
- Some books talk about authenticity as a life goal.
- In the class, we discussed authenticity and freedom.
- The writer sees authenticity as very important for a good life.
- He feels he has lost his authenticity at work.
- The teacher asked how we can keep our authenticity in a group.
Grammatica
Forma base
authenticity
IPA
GB/ˌɔθəntˈɪsɪti/
US/ˌɔθəntˈɪsɪti/
Sillabe e accento
au - then - ti - city (4 sillabe)
Stress on 3rd syllable (ti)
Forme flesse
Noun
- Base: authenticity
- Plural: authenticity
Famiglia di parole
Core family
authentic
adjective B1
authentically
adverb
Related words
authenticate
verb C1
authentication
noun B2
Negative and opposite forms
inauthentic
adjective
Advanced or less common
authenticator
noun
inauthenticity
noun
Espressioni
certificate of authenticity
1/sɚtˈɪfɪkɪt əv ˌɔθəntˈɪsɪti/
fixed phrase
official proof that an item is genuine
An official paper that says an object, like art or a product, is real and not fake.
Esempi
- The painting comes with a certificate of authenticity signed by the gallery.
- Make sure you receive a certificate of authenticity when you buy expensive jewelry.
- Collectors will pay more for items that include a certificate of authenticity.
cultural authenticity
1/kˈʌlt͡ʃɚəl ˌɔθəntˈɪsɪti/
fixed phrase
faithfulness to a culture’s reality
The quality of food, art, media, or behavior being very close to the real traditions of a culture.
Esempi
- The film was praised for its cultural authenticity and use of local actors.
- Some people value cultural authenticity in restaurants more than fancy decoration.
- The author tried to balance cultural authenticity with making the story easy for outsiders to understand.
question the authenticity of
1/kwˈɛst͡ʃən ðə ˌɔθəntˈɪsɪti əv/
fixed phrase
doubt whether something is genuine
To say or think that something may not be real or may be a copy or fake.
Esempi
- Experts have begun to question the authenticity of the leaked emails.
- Some historians question the authenticity of the letters attributed to the queen.
- Fans quickly questioned the authenticity of the story when no photos were provided.