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to declare (something) to be true or genuine
a jeweler authenticated the diamond as real
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to give evidence or testimony to the truth or factualness of
we require more than simply your word to authenticate this story
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Recent Examples of authenticated
Kate Perez, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
The photo, which has been authenticated by CBS News, shows Epstein, Lutnick, and three other men standing over an oceanside cliff.
—Daniel Ruetenik, CBS News, 27 Feb. 2026
Savannah urged anyone with information to come forward as investigators worked against a looming deadline outlined in the note, which authorities have not publicly authenticated.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 10 Feb. 2026
Origin diamonds are sourced by De Beers from its mines in Botswana, South Africa, Namibia and Canada, and authenticated via Tracr’s blockchain platform.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 29 Jan. 2026
The defense lawyers say her birth certificate can’t be authenticated because it was issued by a former Soviet republic that is now in a war zone.
—Michael R. Sisak, Los Angeles Times, 20 Jan. 2026
Assembling Leonardo’s genome will likely require DNA from descendants and possibly his own remains if they are authenticated, which could then be used in comparison with smaller genetic fragments collected from his artwork and artifacts, Hedges said.
—Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 16 Jan. 2026
Morrisseau’s work, in particular, was the focus of what is believed to be the largest forgery ring of all time, in which several thousand fakes were illegitimately authenticated and sold around the world.
—Benjamin Cannon, The Atlantic, 23 Dec. 2025
Of course, each timepiece is authenticated by Bob’s Watches in-house experts, too, undergoing a strict verification process.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 17 Dec. 2025
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After being authenticated, the condition of the cards should be considered.
—Kate Perez, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
The photo, which has been authenticated by CBS News, shows Epstein, Lutnick, and three other men standing over an oceanside cliff.
—Daniel Ruetenik, CBS News, 27 Feb. 2026
Savannah urged anyone with information to come forward as investigators worked against a looming deadline outlined in the note, which authorities have not publicly authenticated.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 10 Feb. 2026
Origin diamonds are sourced by De Beers from its mines in Botswana, South Africa, Namibia and Canada, and authenticated via Tracr’s blockchain platform.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 29 Jan. 2026
The defense lawyers say her birth certificate can’t be authenticated because it was issued by a former Soviet republic that is now in a war zone.
—Michael R. Sisak, Los Angeles Times, 20 Jan. 2026
Assembling Leonardo’s genome will likely require DNA from descendants and possibly his own remains if they are authenticated, which could then be used in comparison with smaller genetic fragments collected from his artwork and artifacts, Hedges said.
—Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 16 Jan. 2026
Morrisseau’s work, in particular, was the focus of what is believed to be the largest forgery ring of all time, in which several thousand fakes were illegitimately authenticated and sold around the world.
—Benjamin Cannon, The Atlantic, 23 Dec. 2025
Of course, each timepiece is authenticated by Bob’s Watches in-house experts, too, undergoing a strict verification process.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 17 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for authenticated
Adjective
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If possible, take some time to journal or meditate (napping would also be valid).—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
10 Mar. 2026
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Remember to have your reference number and a valid ID with you.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The company's installers are trained and certified, and every product is custom-built to fit the specific dimensions of each opening.—
Community's Choice Awards,
Florida Times-Union,
7 Mar. 2026
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For native species, only organizations certified by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums are eligible for a permit, and, in rare cases, non-releasable wildlife may be kept for educational purposes, LaCross said.—
Bailey Allen,
Cape Cod Times,
7 Mar. 2026
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Anyone whose citizenship could not be verified would be required to submit documentary proof.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 Mar. 2026
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Her accusations have not been verified.—
Kevin Rector,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The California Department of Public Health said the six confirmed cases in the Sacramento area represent the third outbreak of measles this year in California.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
6 Mar. 2026
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Wawa said there are no confirmed reports of anyone being injured from consuming the affected products.—
Joe Brandt,
CBS News,
19 Feb. 2026
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An orthopedic surgeon attested to the court the woman was hospitalized after the incident and later underwent a spinal procedure.—
Elizabeth Wolfe,
CNN Money,
3 Mar. 2026
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Thankfully, Southern California is home to some of the world’s best — as attested by their starry clientele.—
Beth Landman,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Feb. 2026
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Due to its remote location, mostly empty beaches are practically guaranteed.—
Melanie van Zyl,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Mar. 2026
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Even when the governmental entity has insurance, that doesn’t mean the victim will be guaranteed a payment above the cap.—
Alexandra Glorioso,
Miami Herald,
5 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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By licensing the Stan Patrol 6009 hull – which shares its axe-bow design with around 300 vessels already afloat – the Liberty Class benefits from a pre-validated platform, potentially saving years of hull development and testing.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
25 Feb. 2026
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Balance teaches validated meditation skills, such as body scan, breath control, and visualization.—
Rodger Dean Duncan,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Connecticut should not enact laws that undermine the constitutional rights affirmed by Heller, McDonald, and Bruen.—
Christopher Keating,
Hartford Courant,
10 Mar. 2026
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But Morath still affirmed his decision to take over Lake Worth ISD and name new leadership.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Authenticated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/authenticated. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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