Authenticity
(noun)
- The quality of being genuine, real, or of having been produced in accordance with traditional or original methods.
- The quality of being true, accurate, or sincere.
- The quality of being in accordance with an original or a claimed authority or origin.
Origin:
From the french word 'authenticité' meaning genuineness, and derived from the latin word 'authenticus' meaning original, genuine, or authoritative.
Examples:
- The authenticity of the painting was confirmed by the experts.
- The authenticity of the ancient ruins was verified through carbon dating.
- Her performance was praised for its authenticity and emotional intensity.
- The authenticity of the document was challenged in court.
- The authenticity of the claim is still under investigation.