Meaning of bona fide in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    bona fide

    Definitions

    1. undertaken in good faith

    Examples

    • « a bona fide offer »

    Synonyms

  2. 2. not counterfeit or copied

    Examples

    • « an authentic signature »
    • « a bona fide manuscript »
    • « an unquestionable antique »
    • « photographs taken in a veritable bull ring »

    Synonyms

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