B2adjectiverelationshipsbusiness
US/ˈdʒen.ju.ɪn/
UK/ˈdʒen.ju.ɪn/
real and exactly what it seems to be; also honest and sincere
In context
Is this a genuine leather bag, or a cheap copy from the market?
Her smile was warm and genuine, and I trusted her immediately.
The manager showed genuine interest in our ideas.
Words that go with genuine
adjective + noun
- genuine interestShe has a genuine interest in helping poor students.
- genuine leatherThese shoes are made of genuine leather.
- genuine concernThere is genuine concern about rising sea levels in the Mekong Delta.
- genuine articleAfter so many fakes, it was nice to see the genuine article.
- genuine personHe's a genuine person who never pretends.
- genuine mistakeIt was a genuine mistake, so the teacher didn't punish him.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
She is a very genuinely person.Correct: She is a very genuine person.