Definition of Genuine
Genuine
gen·u·ine
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
authentic, actually being what it is said to be, having the stated characters/qualities, or coming from the claimed source;
e.g. The jeweler confirmed that the ring was genuine and contained a real diamond. The coat was made of genuine mink fur. I suspected that the letter was genuine because the handwriting was just like hers.
(adjective)
true or actual, for example felt honestly or sincerely (the latter describing an emotion);
e.g. She has genuine artistic talent but she is very humble. He asked the question out of genuine interest.
(adjective)
honest and sincere, lacking pretense or falseness, describing a person or their actions or emotions;
e.g. They all seemed like pleasant and genuine people and they made me feel immediately comfortable.
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"One genuine new relationship is worth a fistful of business cards." -- Susan Cain
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