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Exam: TOEFL

authentic

IPA: /ɔˈθɛntɪk/

KK: /ɔˈθɛntɪk/

adjective

Definition: Real and genuine; not fake or copied. Something that is authentic can be trusted because it is true to its origins or claims.

Example: The museum displayed an authentic medieval sword that was over 500 years old.

authentically

IPA: /ɔˈθɛntɪkli/

KK: /ɔˈθɛntɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is genuine and true to oneself or to the original.

Example: She expressed her feelings authentically, without trying to hide her emotions.

authenticate

IPA: /ɔːˈθentɪkeɪt/

KK: /ɔːˈθɛntɪˌkeɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To confirm that something is real or genuine, often by checking its details or characteristics.

Example: The expert was called in to authenticate the painting before the auction.

authentication

IPA: /ɔːˌθentɪˈkeɪʃən/

KK: /ɔːˌθentɪˈkeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of verifying the identity of a user or the authenticity of something, often used in technology and security contexts.

Example: The authentication process ensures that only authorized users can access the system.

authenticator

IPA: /ɔːˈθentɪkeɪtə/

KK: /ɔːˈθɛntɪˌkeɪtə/

noun

Definition: A person or tool that verifies the authenticity of something, ensuring it is genuine or valid.

Example: The authenticator confirmed that the document was legitimate before it was submitted.

authenticity

IPA: /ɔːˈθɛntɪsɪti/

KK: /ɔːˈθɛntɪsɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality of being real, true, or genuine, rather than fake or copied.

Example: The authenticity of the painting was confirmed by several experts.

author

IPA: /ˈɔːθər/

KK: /ˈɔːθər/

noun

Definition: A person who creates or writes something, especially books, articles, or other texts.

Example: The author of the novel received an award for her work.

transitive verb

Definition: To be the creator or writer of a text, such as a book or article.

Example: She decided to author a novel based on her experiences.

authorial

IPA: /ɔːˈθɔːriəl/

KK: /ˈɔːθərɪəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or characteristic of a writer, especially in the context of their work or style.

Example: The authorial voice in her novel is strong and distinct.

authoring

IPA: /ˈɔːθərɪŋ/

KK: /ˈɔːθərɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The process of creating written content, such as documents or compositions.

Example: The authoring of the new textbook took several months to complete.

verb

Definition: The action of creating or writing something, especially a book, article, or other written work.

Example: She is authoring a new novel that explores the themes of love and loss.

authorisation

IPA: /ˌɔːθəraɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /ɔːθəraɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A process or act of giving official permission or approval for something.

Example: The authorisation for the project was granted after a thorough review.

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