genuineness

noun

Definition of genuinenessnext
1
as in truth

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2
as in sincerity

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for genuineness
  1. truth
  2. sincerity
  3. candor
Noun
  • In alluding to history without providing a secure narrative, the installations put the visitor in the position of the historian, wading through the available records and trying to construct some plausible version of truth out of the many interpretive possibilities.
    Kelly Presutti, ARTnews.com, 10 Jan. 2025
  • Communicate and practice the plan across the organization to ensure maximum readiness at the moment of truth.
    David Wajsgras, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
Definition of truth
Noun
  • Much like the moon — which happens to be Cancer's planetary ruler — Mary has an emotional pull that stirs something deep in those around her, effortlessly drawing them into her orbit with her heartfelt sincerity and loving nature.
    Athena Sobhan, People.com, 16 Jan. 2025
  • For three seasons in Laramie, Wyo., Allen heaved 75-yard bombs in practice, lived off Applebee’s and charmed teammates with his leadership style, a goofy sincerity and plenty of drinking games.
    Rustin Dodd, The Athletic, 16 Jan. 2025
Definition of sincerity
Noun
  • Written with remarkable candor and humor, Spears’s groundbreaking book illuminates the enduring power of music and love—and the importance of a woman telling her own story, on her own terms, at last.
    Sophie Hanson, StyleCaster, 26 Dec. 2024
  • That moment taught me the value of candor over puffery.
    Marc Stad, TIME, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of candor
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