inauthentic

adjective

in·​au·​then·​tic ˌi-ˌnȯ-ˈthen-tik How to pronounce inauthentic (audio)
: not authentic
inauthenticity noun

Examples of inauthentic in a Sentence

an inauthentic warbonnet that was probably made in an overseas factory a few months ago
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Critics of the film also include some in the Mexican community, who see the film as an inauthentic portrayal of the country's culture and drug war issue. Pamela Avila, USA TODAY, 31 Jan. 2025 The conversation around Gascón’s posts comes after her film Emilia Pérez has faced intense criticism for being an inauthentic portrayal of Mexican culture and trans experience. Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 30 Jan. 2025 Additionally, some pickleball enthusiasts argue that these adjustments affect the bounce and gameplay, leading to an inauthentic experience. Scott Miller, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025 Some have claimed that the film’s portrayal of Mexico is inauthentic and lacks proper context and nuance around drug cartels. Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 23 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for inauthentic 

Word History

First Known Use

1860, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of inauthentic was in 1860

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“Inauthentic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inauthentic. Accessed 15 Feb. 2025.

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