1
as in authentic
being exactly as appears or as claimed
had a genuine van Gogh hanging in their living room
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in unaffected
free from any intent to deceive or impress others
genuine compliments about her boss's flair for fashion
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in real
existing in fact and not merely as a possibility
there's genuine value in learning how to do household repairs on one's own
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of genuine
Her complaints were extremely detailed and highlighted some genuine challenges in postmortem toxicology.
—
Ben Taub, New Yorker, 26 Jan. 2026
In an era where originality struggles to be rewarded, this feels like a genuine studio win for genre fans.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 26 Jan. 2026
When the tempo calms down for genuine soul-searching and truth-telling, the results may not be dramatically scintillating but there is a blunt and convincing force that registers between these two big beefy half-bros who aren’t used to expressing their feelings.
—Richard Kuipers, Variety, 26 Jan. 2026
In a world where visibility can be manufactured, not every polished footprint reflects a genuine one.
—Becca Brazil, Rolling Stone, 26 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for genuine
Ben Taub, New Yorker, 26 Jan. 2026
In an era where originality struggles to be rewarded, this feels like a genuine studio win for genre fans.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 26 Jan. 2026
When the tempo calms down for genuine soul-searching and truth-telling, the results may not be dramatically scintillating but there is a blunt and convincing force that registers between these two big beefy half-bros who aren’t used to expressing their feelings.
—Richard Kuipers, Variety, 26 Jan. 2026
In a world where visibility can be manufactured, not every polished footprint reflects a genuine one.
—Becca Brazil, Rolling Stone, 26 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for genuine
Recent Examples of Synonyms for genuine
Adjective
-
And for all its simple, primary-color narrative, The Musical captures something authentic about the all-consuming, world-destroying power of resentment.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
31 Jan. 2026
-
Recently listed with Savills for €36 million (about $42 million), the sprawling property doesn’t just have a grand residence but also an authentic castle, along with a consecrated 12th-century church, its own vineyard, and olive groves.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
30 Jan. 2026
Adjective
-
While payment systems appear unaffected, the exposure of personal data still creates long-term risks for millions of customers.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
30 Jan. 2026
-
In one case, for a client who needed to travel from Florida to Texas, Sentient worked with the operator and found an airport unaffected by the storm.—
Doug Gollan,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
Adjective
-
Dell is finally good at something—but as her behavior becomes riskier and a shadowy troll threatens to expose her dark past, Dell must reckon with what her digital life ignores, and what real redemption means.—
Danielle Parker,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
-
When boys are asked to show up consistently for real people, academic readiness and emotional readiness develop side by side.—
Dr. Liz Doe Stone,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
Adjective
-
Such should be true for tomorrow as well.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Jan. 2026
-
The app will bring to the fore true voices endorsed by the fanbases.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
28 Jan. 2026
Adjective
-
Any chats about delicate topics may feel awkward, so begin with appreciation and keep questions open to invite honest replies.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
31 Jan. 2026
-
The mother of three maintains open and honest communication within her own household of women in an attempt to change the narrative about physical and personal beauty standards.—
Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
31 Jan. 2026
Adjective
-
The world is being quietly reordered by those who control critical systems, translate AI into actual productivity, build trust and preserve optionality.—
Mark Minevich,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
-
Ground operators will exercise the full scenario of an actual mission countdown, running the clock to just 30 seconds prior to engine ignition, powering on the rocket and fully fueling its two stages with cryogenic fuels.—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
30 Jan. 2026
Adjective
-
In such a world, simple answers won’t do; only the courage to ask the hardest questions will push us forward.—
Daphne Koller,
Big Think,
29 Jan. 2026
-
Knox, who committed to wrestle at Rutgers University, and his dad were initially charged with simple assault for purposely/knowingly causing bodily injury after a brawl broke out at Collingswood High School on February.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
29 Jan. 2026
Adjective
-
Buried is commissioned by Jack Bootle, head of commissioning for specialist factual and Nick Andrews, head of commissioning for BBC Cymru Wales.—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
26 Jan. 2026
-
For decades, assessors across California have exercised reasonable and uniform judgment in applying it, guided by State Board of Equalization (BOE) advice, local building standards, and the factual circumstances of each rebuild.—
Jeffrey Prang,
Daily News,
23 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Genuine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/genuine. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
