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authenticité

authenticity

noun oh-tahn-tee-see-TEH Rare

Usage Note

Authenticité is prized in French discourse around art, food, and identity: l'authenticité d'un produit régional refers to its genuine regional origin. The related adjective authentique means 'authentic' or 'genuine'. In legal contexts it can mean the verified legitimacy of a document.

Examples

"L'authenticité de ce tableau est certifiée."

Natural Translation

The authenticity of this painting is certified.

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