unfaked

adjective

Definition of unfakednext
as in real

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unfaked
  1. real
  2. bona fide
  3. authentic
Adjective
  • Only 24 and with room to grow, but also real pedigree, Nico felt like the perfect, window-shaping addition.
    — George Caulkin, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2026
  • The shower itself features a deep green wall digitally printed to appear like real tile.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of real
Adjective
  • Dolly Parton the entertainer was also a bona fide mogul who transformed her corner of Appalachia.
    — Rachel Siegel, CNN Money, 27 Aug. 2026
  • If the offense is even average, the Texans are bona fide Super Bowl contenders.
    — Ted Nguyen, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of bona fide
Adjective
  • Sweet Humans is about believing in and elevating independent stories and voices, and building something together where everyone can be their authentic selves.
    — Matthew Carey, Deadline, 26 Aug. 2026
  • The author specifically praised Reficco over her thorough research on epilepsy in an effort to offer an authentic portrayal.
    — Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of authentic
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“Unfaked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unfaked. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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