| 词组 | genuine |
| 释义 | genuine /ˈdʒenjuən, ˈdʒenjuɪn/ adjective 1. if a thing or person is genuine, they really are what they seem to benounsa document/letter/signature etc is genuine The historians believe that the documents are genuine.a painting/work of art is genuine An art expert confirmed that the painting was genuine.a genuine attempt/effort There was a genuine attempt to improve living conditions for the working classes.a genuine mistake It wasn’t clear if this was a genuine mistake, or a deliberate action.a genuine refugee They have to show that they are genuine refugees in order to be allowed to stay in the country.adverbsabsolutely genuine (=completely genuine) They are sure that the pictures are absolutely genuine.phrasessb/sth is the genuine article (=they really are as good as people say they are) He was the genuine article, a great champion who never did anything but his best.THESAURUS: genuine → real (1)2. genuine feelings are sincerenounsgenuine concern There is genuine concern about the safety of nuclear energy.genuine interest/enthusiasm The students seem to have a genuine interest in the subject.a genuine desire She was motivated by a genuine desire to help the poor.a genuine love/affection/respect Wilentz is a fine scholar, and I have a genuine respect for his work. | He had a genuine love of his country and its history.a genuine belief There was a genuine belief that she was the best person for the job.genuine surprise/fear The decision was greeted with genuine surprise by many older members.a genuine person (=someone who is honest about their feelings) Although she is a famous movie star, she is also a very genuine person.adverbsperfectly genuine (=completely genuine) Their surprise seemed perfectly genuine. |
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