authenticity

noun

au·then·tic·i·ty ˌȯ-ˌthen-ˈti-sə-tē

-thən-

plural -es

Synonyms of authenticity next

: the quality of being authentic : the quality of being authoritative, valid, true, real, or genuine

a good adventure story with the added merit of complete authenticity—

Margaret B. Hexter

First Known Use

1716, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of authenticity was in 1716

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“Authenticity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/authenticity. Accessed 13 Dec. 2025.

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