Word of the day:
gen·u·ine
Pronunciation: \ˈjen-yə-wən, -(ˌ)win, ÷-ˌwīn\
Function: adjective
Etymology: Latin genuinus innate, genuine; akin to Latin gignere to beget
Date: circa 1639
1 a : actually having the reputed or apparent qualities or character <genuine vintage wines>
b : actually produced by or proceeding from the alleged source or author <the signature is genuine>
c : sincerely and honestly felt or experienced <a deep and genuine love>
d : actual, true <a genuine improvement>
2 : free from hypocrisy or pretense : sincere
synonyms: authentic
