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Unauthentic: meaning, definitions and examples

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unauthentic

 

[ ʌnɔˈθɛntɪk ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

authenticity negation

Unauthentic refers to something that is not genuine, real, or true. This term is often used to describe items, actions, or statements that lack integrity or originality. In the context of art, for example, an unauthentic piece would be a forgery or imitation rather than an original work. Similarly, in social interactions, someone acting in an unauthentic manner might be insincere or deceptive. It highlights the absence of conformity to a standard, truthfulness, or quality that is typically expected.

Synonyms

bogus, counterfeit, fake, insincere, spurious

Examples of usage

  • The document was found to be unauthentic.
  • His unauthentic behavior made people distrust him.
  • Many unauthentic brands flood the market.
  • She presented an unauthentic image of herself online.

Translations

Translations of the word "unauthentic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 não autêntico

🇮🇳 असली नहीं

🇩🇪 unecht

🇮🇩 tidak otentik

🇺🇦 неавтентичний

🇵🇱 nieautentyczny

🇯🇵 非本物

🇫🇷 non authentique

🇪🇸 no auténtico

🇹🇷 gerçek olmayan

🇰🇷 비인증

🇸🇦 غير أصلي

🇨🇿 neautentický

🇸🇰 neautentický

🇨🇳 不真实

🇸🇮 neavtentičen

🇮🇸 ekki raunverulegur

🇰🇿 нағыз емес

🇬🇪 არავნობრივი

🇦🇿 əsl deyil

🇲🇽 no auténtico

Word origin

The word 'unauthentic' is formed by the prefix 'un-', meaning 'not', and the root word 'authentic', which has its origins in the Greek word 'authentikos', meaning 'original, genuine'. The Greek roots of 'authentic' were used widely in the English language by the late 15th century, particularly in the context of literature and art. Over time, the concept of authenticity became significant in various fields, including philosophy, where it denotes a degree of truthfulness or reliability. The use of 'unauthentic' in English has become more prominent as society emphasizes the value of genuine articles and behavior in an age increasingly filled with imitations and forgeries. As awareness of authenticity has grown, so has the term 'unauthentic', often used in discussions around branding, art, culture, and personal identity.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,067, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.