veridical

Definition of veridicalnext

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Recent Examples of veridical There appears to be a close relationship between the brain areas responsible for veridical, imagined, and hallucinatory perception, though more data is needed. Lance Eliot, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024 Unless, that is, there is a veridical image imprinted in the victims’ mind/brain, one which can be extracted using a method that depends simultaneously on the necessity of speech and the impossibility of its communicating the truth. Will Self, Harper's Magazine, 23 Nov. 2021 People tend to think of hallucination as a kind of false perception, in clear contrast to veridical, true-to-reality, normal perception. Anil K. Seth, Scientific American, 1 Sep. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for veridical
Adjective
  • This is the second episode but, in some respects, the real kickoff to this new season.
    Keith Phipps, Vulture, 12 Aug. 2026
  • The real causes of inflammation are dietary patterns that contain too many calories, too much sugar, or too much saturated fat.
    Marie Bladt, Vogue, 11 Aug. 2026
Adjective
  • Guests with specific needs can coordinate directly with the front desk, which will handle any request with genuine care.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2026
  • The Better Body Pillow balances plush softness with genuine support.
    ABC News, ABC News, 15 Aug. 2026

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“Veridical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/veridical. Accessed 17 Aug. 2026.

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