as in real
formal
true or real
—used to emphasize a description
The island is a veritable paradise. The sale attracted a veritable mob of people.
Related Words
Relevance
Dissimilar Words
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 veritable
The brand combines the Japanese and French beauty philosophies, and its color cosmetics are veritable sensations amongst the fashion set.
—
Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 29 Dec. 2025
The celebratory bash on New Year’s Eve 1925 was an all-out splash, veritable who’s who of the era on the guest list; invitation Laughner sent invitations to his elite friends, including the Rockefellers, Carnegies, Mellons, Fleischmanns, and Pillsburys.
—Susan B. Barnes, Southern Living, 27 Dec. 2025
As far back as the Victorian era, exchanging a few banalities was part of a veritable social code—a way of signaling both politeness and boundaries.
—Jeanne Ballion, Vogue, 27 Dec. 2025
But with the Belasco audience having phones and smartwatches locked in pouches, and with no photos or other documentation ever released, there was little tangible proof that this veritable Bigfoot sighting of a concert ever happened.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 22 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for veritable
Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 29 Dec. 2025
The celebratory bash on New Year’s Eve 1925 was an all-out splash, veritable who’s who of the era on the guest list; invitation Laughner sent invitations to his elite friends, including the Rockefellers, Carnegies, Mellons, Fleischmanns, and Pillsburys.
—Susan B. Barnes, Southern Living, 27 Dec. 2025
As far back as the Victorian era, exchanging a few banalities was part of a veritable social code—a way of signaling both politeness and boundaries.
—Jeanne Ballion, Vogue, 27 Dec. 2025
But with the Belasco audience having phones and smartwatches locked in pouches, and with no photos or other documentation ever released, there was little tangible proof that this veritable Bigfoot sighting of a concert ever happened.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 22 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for veritable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for veritable
Adjective
-
The defense bent a lot and didn’t break often but didn’t have any real signature plays.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
-
While some calas are accessible by car, others can only be reached by a short hike—that’s where visitors will find the real magic and privacy.—
Liz Provencher,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Jan. 2026
Adjective
-
Nothing wrong with a little fantasy, but this year’s astrology asks us to stop romanticizing potential and start paying attention to what feels genuine, reciprocal and enduring.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
7 Jan. 2026
-
The tears in Yang’s eyes appeared genuine.—
Andrew McGowan,
Variety,
7 Jan. 2026
Adjective
-
Nights out in Florence called for a more sophisticated look than what’s common in American cities, making a classic black blazer the best option for looking put-together and fashionable.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Jan. 2026
-
How To Play Strands The New York Times’ Strands puzzle is a play on the classic word search.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
21 Jan. 2026
Adjective
-
Overall, though, Payton showed an utter unwillingness to trust his backfield against one of the league’s worst rushing defenses in the Bills.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
19 Jan. 2026
-
Of course Canton voters had the most up-close-and-personal view of the utter corruption of the Karen Read prosecution.—
Howie Carr,
Boston Herald,
14 Jan. 2026
Adjective
-
Carroll's debut campaign in Vegas, however, has been nothing short of an unmitigated disaster, as the Raiders are just 2-10 and have lost six games in a row.—
Matthew Schmidt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Dec. 2025
-
This year marks the 30th anniversary of Showgirls, Berkley’s big-screen debut that has gone from unmitigated disaster to cult camp classic.—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Nov. 2025
Adjective
-
Today the reserve is home to 23 breeding pairs of red-fronted macaws, about 13 percent of the species’ total reproductive population, as well as 200 other bird species including Andean condors and peregrine falcons.—
Brianna Randall,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
-
In the midst of a contentious sale to Netflix, the 102-year-old studio had its best Oscar nominations mornings ever, with 33 total nods.—
JAKE COYLE THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
23 Jan. 2026
Adjective
-
The formula strikes a perfect balance between sheer polish and treatment.—
Olivia Cefalu,
InStyle,
22 Jan. 2026
-
Not only has the show become a sensation for the uninitiated in the romance genre, but most interestingly to me, it has been lauded as a near perfect example of the genre done right by keen romance lovers.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
22 Jan. 2026
Adjective
-
Braka has a definite over the top, theatrical quality to him, something Giamatti was all too happy to play.—
Joe Otterson,
Variety,
16 Jan. 2026
-
Playing at home and with their tails up, there’s a definite sense of name-on-cup.—
Phil Hay,
New York Times,
15 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Veritable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/veritable. Accessed 27 Jan. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
