Word
authentically
Phoneticsau·then·ti·cal·ly
US/ˌɔˈθɛnɪkɫi/
UK/ɔːθˈɛntɪkli/
Adverb of manner
Definition
adv. in a way that is real, true, or original. You use this when someone acts or makes something that is not a fake or a copy.
adv. in a manner that is genuine, accurate, or true to its origins. Often describes personal expression or cultural products that remain faithful to their source.
Examples
“The restaurant prepares its pasta authentically.”
“She strives to live authentically by making choices that align with her personal values rather than following trends.”
“The film was praised for portraying the historical period authentically, using period-accurate costumes and dialogue that avoided modern slang.”
Examples
simple
“The restaurant prepares its pasta authentically.”
contextual
“She strives to live authentically by making choices that align with her personal values rather than following trends.”
complex
“The film was praised for portraying the historical period authentically, using period-accurate costumes and dialogue that avoided modern slang.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “authentically” in context.
Verb
01. behave authentically
“Leaders are more effective when they behave authentically and admit their mistakes.”
verb + adv
02. live authentically
“She decided to leave her corporate job to live authentically as an artist.”
verb + adv
03. reproduce authentically
“The museum aims to reproduce authentically the living conditions of the Victorian era.”
verb + adv
04. speak authentically
“The candidate struggled to speak authentically about the issues facing local families.”
verb + adv
05. capture the spirit authentically
“The film adaptation managed to capture the spirit of the novel authentically.”
06. express oneself authentically
“Art provides a safe space for students to express themselves authentically.”
07. represent a culture authentically
“The director worked with local consultants to represent the culture authentically.”
Usage
Typically follows the verb it modifies or appears at the end of the clause.
Real-World Examples
“Sekine doubts the AI's ability to speak Ainu authentically, and is worried that the technology will spread mispronunciations or other mistakes.” “But the speech is realistic, and in a five-minute interaction the conversation flows quite authentically.” Etymology
From authentic + -ally.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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