bona fide

Meanings

• adjective

  something that is genuine and authentic, not counterfeit or false

  - "The document is bona fide and has been authenticated by the embassy."
  - "The artist's signature on the painting is bona fide, confirming its authenticity."

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Pronunciation

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2. /ˈboʊnə.faɪd/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

bogus , counterfeit , mala fide

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Synonyms

authentic , genuine , sincere

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with bona fide
ide , tide , side

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Variants

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bona fide

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Etymology

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derived from Latin 'bona fide' meaning 'in good faith'

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Trivia

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1. The term 'bona fide' has been used in English since the 15th century.

2. In some legal contexts, a 'bona fide' purchaser is someone who buys an item in good faith, without knowledge of any hidden defects or issues.

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Related Concepts

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1. authentic: Related concept meaning genuine or original, not copied or imitated.

2. genuine: Related concept meaning true to origin or not counterfeit.

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Culture

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The term 'bona fide' has been used extensively in legal contexts to refer to the authenticity of documents or evidence.

How to Memorize "bona fide"

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   - To memorize 'bona fide', associate it with the phrase 'bonafide friend' to help remember its meaning.

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