genuine

adjective
/ˈdʒɛnjʊɪn/

Meaning

real and authentic; not fake or artificial

Example Sentences

This is a genuine leather bag.

Example Expressions

genuine article

Synonyms

authentic, real, true, legitimate, sincere

Antonyms

fake, false, counterfeit

Collocations

genuine smile, genuine leather, genuine concern, genuine effort

More Example Sentences

Is this shoe made of genuine leather?

I did not ignore you, I was genuinely busy.

The seller claims to provide genuine products.

I want my child to not only perform well in exams but also to gain genuine learning.

I genuinely enjoy living in this flat, and I hope we can resolve these issues amicably.

I am genuinely interested in working for this organization, and I hope we can reach an agreement on the compensation.

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