Genuine

Pronunciation: /ˈdʒɛnjuˌɪn/

Definitions of genuine

adjective a quality or attribute that is real, true, or authentic

Example Sentences

A1 She gave me a genuine smile.

A2 I could tell he was a genuine friend.

B1 The artist's work was praised for its genuine emotion.

B2 I appreciate your genuine concern for my well-being.

C1 The politician's speech came across as genuine and heartfelt.

C2 Her genuine passion for social justice was evident in everything she did.

Examples of genuine in a Sentence

formal It is important to verify the authenticity of the painting to ensure it is genuine.

informal I can tell that the watch is genuine because of the brand logo on the back.

slang I'm pretty sure those sneakers are legit, they look so genuine.

figurative Her smile was so genuine, it lit up the whole room.

Grammatical Forms of genuine

• past tense: genuined
• plural: genuines
• comparative: more genuine
• superlative: most genuine
• present tense: genuine
• future tense: will be genuine
• perfect tense: has been genuine
• continuous tense: is being genuine
• singular: genuine
• positive degree: genuine
• infinitive: to genuine
• gerund: genuining
• participle: genuined

Origin and Evolution of genuine

First Known Use: 1599 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'genuine' originated from the Latin word 'genuinus' which means 'innate, native, natural'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'genuine' has retained its original meaning of being authentic or real, but has also come to be used more broadly to describe something that is sincere, trustworthy, or true to its origins.