Genuine
/ˈdʒɛn.ju.ɪn/
Genuine means something that is real and honest, not pretending or fake. For example, a genuine friendship is one where both people truly care about each other.
Examples
- My grandmother gave me a genuine antique necklace that has been in our family for generations, and I feel proud to wear something with such a rich history.
- During our science project, we discovered a genuine fossil that amazed everyone in class, showing us that dinosaurs once roamed our area millions of years ago.
- When I read the book about friendship, I learned that a genuine friend is someone who supports you and is always there when you need them.
Synonyms
real
authentic
true
sincere
honest
trustworthy
Antonyms
fake
false
insincere
pretend
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