trueness

noun

Definition of truenessnext
as in truth
agreement with fact or reality the trueness or falseness of that statement can be easily determined

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Recent Examples of trueness Today, Newsom’s political consultants offer his four decades of hair-gel use as proof of a trueness to self. — Nathan Heller, New Yorker, 1 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for trueness
  1. truth
  2. accuracy
  3. authenticity
Noun
  • While praising Williams’ TV reign, the documentary also sheds light on the complicated truths about the cost of fame and answers long-lingering questions surrounding the infamous exit from her own show.
    — Michael Schneider, Variety, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Margo and Harry’s late-life crisis brings decades of love, resentment and regret to the surface, with humour and emotional truth.
    — Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of truth
Noun
  • Unilever’s reported forecast-accuracy gain and a faster acquisition screen are operational improvements.
    — Steve Denning, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2026
  • The finding could matter for quantum computers, where lasers are used to manipulate qubits and even tiny changes in their interactions can affect the accuracy of quantum operations.
    — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of accuracy
Noun
  • Moss insists that the quote is a pure fabrication, and no one has yet produced any evidence of its authenticity.
    — Jonathan Chait, The Atlantic, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Traditionally, the most important thing for the cast is authenticity.
    — Emily Longeretta, Variety, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of authenticity

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“Trueness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trueness. Accessed 31 Aug. 2026.

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