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adjective

ˈtrü How to pronounce true (audio)
Definition of truenext
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as in real
being exactly as appears or as claimed his claim that he's the heir to the throne of Greece can't be true

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as in correct
being in agreement with the truth or a fact or a standard if that is true, then we can't get in without a key

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as in actual
existing in fact and not merely as a possibility the true scope of this environmental problem is far greater than anyone imagined

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as in loyal
firm in one's allegiance to someone or something he will be true to his word

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as in accurate
following an original exactly it's not a true reproduction of the painting because the original is much larger

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as in genuine
free from any intent to deceive or impress others may our love for one another always be true

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as in historical
restricted to or based on fact that news story is completely true, for the station released a list of its sources to back it up

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as in reliable
worthy of one's trust a true friend when you need one

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as in typical
having or showing the qualities associated with the members of a particular group or kind paleontologists are still debating whether the fossil is that of a true dinosaur or a precursor

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as in honorable
conforming to a high standard of morality or virtue a person of great integrity, he was the truest person I've ever met

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true

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adverb

as in even

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Recent Examples of true
Adjective
While that's true, Katz said the increase in HDL doesn't necessarily offset the higher LDL levels. — Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 5 July 2026 It's made for true athletes and generally active folks alike. — Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 4 July 2026
Adverb
This was the second unique compliment of the day, which rang true not only to Kim’s mythology of endless growth and expansion, but also to her whole family’s larger, cross-genre, and inter-disciplinary brand. — Vogue, 22 Apr. 2022 Even Klotz noted his predictions came true faster than anyone expected, let alone him. — Meghan M. Biro, Forbes, 20 Oct. 2021 See All Example Sentences for true
Recent Examples of Synonyms for true
  1. real
  2. correct
  3. actual
  4. loyal
  5. accurate
  6. genuine
  7. historical
  8. reliable
Adjective
  • Spot prices reflect real-time market trading and serve as a benchmark for futures contracts, ETFs and retail bullion pricing.
    — USA TODAY, USA Today, 8 July 2026
  • Since the homemade icing on the cake is so sweet, and the real star of the show, my mom always opts for a lighter chocolate cake mix, like milk chocolate, instead of dark chocolate or fudge.
    — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 8 July 2026
Definition of real
Adjective
  • Once the outcome is decided, a correct contract is worth $1 and an incorrect contract is worth nothing.
    — Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 July 2026
  • But if our estimates stand, our figure is substantially lower than some more sensational reports, which may not be correct in attributing bigger hikes in electric bills to data centers.
    — Daniel Yue, The Conversation, 10 July 2026
Definition of correct
Adjective
  • However, actual needs vary with soil type, weather conditions, plant species, and stage of growth.
    — Heather Zidack, Hartford Courant, 11 July 2026
  • By owning the actual planes, trucks and sorting hubs required to move goods globally, these companies possess a structural advantage and a level of operational scale that new competitors cannot replicate overnight.
    — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 10 July 2026
Definition of actual
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  • Capron, who starred as Greg Heffley’s loyal best friend in the adaptation of Diary of a Wimpy Kid, became a breakout child actor thanks to the franchise.
    — Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 10 July 2026
  • According to a study by SiriusXM Media, podcast listeners tend to be loyal to their favorite hosts.
    — Frank Racioppi, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
Definition of loyal
Adjective
  • Prices were accurate at the time of publication but may change.
    — Charlie Carballo, USA Today, 7 July 2026
  • ISPs would be well within their rights to advertise accurate monthly prices and charge those exact prices on monthly bills.
    — Jon Brodkin, ArsTechnica, 6 July 2026
Definition of accurate
Adjective
  • But his centre-forward qualities extend beyond pure physical strength, with Merino possessing genuine striker instincts, movement and anticipation.
    — Conor O'Neill, New York Times, 11 July 2026
  • Blend practical steps with genuine pleasure, and let steady progress feel more rewarding.
    — Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 10 July 2026
Definition of genuine
Adjective
  • As the industry has expanded, many historical differentiators have now become table stakes.
    — Charlotte Kiang, Forbes.com, 9 July 2026
  • At the same time, however, a common thread running through modern retreats and historical spas is that both provide succor for people who have ailments for which standard medicine might not have an answer yet, Köhler continues.
    — Veronique Greenwood, Time, 9 July 2026
Definition of historical
Adjective
  • But California regulators and consumer watchdogs disagree with AT&T on what constitutes a reliable replacement.
    — Jenny Jarvie Follow, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
  • OpenAI pulled its endorsement of the coding benchmark and called for a more reliable option.
    — Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 9 July 2026
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“True.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/true. Accessed 13 Jul. 2026.

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