AUTHENTICALLY Synonyms: 32 Similar and Opposite Words

authentically

adverb

Definition of authentically

as in very

in actual fact people are surprised to learn that he is an authentically certified graduate of clown college

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Recent Examples of authentically Situated in Trentino-Alto Adige, formerly a part of Austria that became part of Italy just over a century ago, the region feels authentically Italian with a sprinkle of Germanic influence—but above all, utterly Alpine. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026 Nonprofits that respect that progression can build relationships earlier and more authentically. — Yuriy Boyechko, Forbes.com, 13 Oct. 2026 His current employer is Damien Cantor, an authentically sleazy and slippery character who operates under no discernible code beyond indulging a dumb, preening narcissism. — Scott Tobias, Vulture, 7 Oct. 2026 Mercado is Filipino American and Crawford’s wife is Filipino, so a movie that authentically represented Filipino culture was important to them. — Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 6 Oct. 2026 The handheld strikes a near perfect balance between authentically re-creating the GBA’s design while updating its hardware with new controls, a much better screen, and the flexibility of Android at a price that feels like a bargain. — Andrew Liszewski, The Verge, 2 Oct. 2026 Our editors appreciated that every sip was full of spice, with an authentically fresh flavor that could hold up to cozy warm temperatures without a lot of extra doctoring up. — Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 26 Sep. 2026 Debnam spoke on what Whitner has taught Jordan Brand about having community and retail presence in multiple places, saying that The Whitaker Group shows up authentically across its banners. — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2026 It is used to describe someone who looks extremely confident, impeccably styled, fierce, or authentically and powerfully feminine. — Jake Kanter, Deadline, 25 Sep. 2026

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And Winnie-the-Pooh continues to sit, in a thoughtful sort of way, which is what very old bears in very nice glass cases mostly do.

— STEVE HENDRIX THE WASHINGTON POST, Arkansas Online, 21 Oct. 2026
The Dolphins’ attendance has dropped significantly so far this season, albeit in a very limited sample size.

— Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of very

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And yet 59% of the Hornets’ shots came from three-point range — this is a team that really never stops shooting them, for better or for worse.

— Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 24 Oct. 2026
Loves, cities, and musical genres may change, but that girl who felt left out has never really stopped writing.

— Ilaria Perrotta, Vanity Fair, 24 Oct. 2026

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