as in authentic
being exactly as appears or as claimed
a bona fide war hero
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Recent Examples of bona fide
The other three movies to take home the top documentary honor are bona fide classics, with the most recent example being Man on Wire, which tells the story of Philippe Petit’s daring 1974 tightrope walk between the Twin Towers.
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Travis Bean, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025
Back then, hardly anyone thought of a woman as a bona fide business partner.
—Lynne Agress, Baltimore Sun, 11 May 2025
There is no one in the Rays’ lineup that scares anyone, nor is there a bona fide No. 1 on their pitching staff.
—Bill Madden, New York Daily News, 10 May 2025
The film's ending is a bona fide bloodbath, leaving the majority of the ensemble riddled with bullets.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 28 Apr. 2025
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Travis Bean, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025
Back then, hardly anyone thought of a woman as a bona fide business partner.
—Lynne Agress, Baltimore Sun, 11 May 2025
There is no one in the Rays’ lineup that scares anyone, nor is there a bona fide No. 1 on their pitching staff.
—Bill Madden, New York Daily News, 10 May 2025
The film's ending is a bona fide bloodbath, leaving the majority of the ensemble riddled with bullets.
—Randall Colburn, EW.com, 28 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bona fide
Adjective
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Like in those shows, there were small aspects of her character that felt true and authentic to Black women’s experiences.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
2 June 2025
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When computers can simulate empathy, generate personalized romantic messages, or even create convincing virtual partners, what happens to the authentic vulnerability that genuine intimacy requires?—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
Adjective
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The formula for ‘true tackles’ is slightly more long-winded: tackles + challenges lost + fouls committed.—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
28 May 2025
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Looking back more than six decades, it’s generally agreed by automotive historians that the 1964 Pontiac GTO was the first true muscle car.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
27 May 2025
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Players appreciated such an honest approach during the Euro 2022 campaign, which garnered mutual respect and trust.—
Charlotte Harpur,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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So much of it feels like a fever dream, to be honest, being in Singapore.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
30 May 2025
Adjective
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Every year, Parents enlists the help of industry experts, real world testers, and our parenting pro editors to bring you our annual Best for Baby Awards.—
Kimberly Zapata,
Parents,
22 May 2025
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Bold handwoven brocade motifs and real silver brocade detailing added charm to her saree.—
Sweta Kaushal,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
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That genuine moment became a symbol of love, sacrifice and something deeper — breaking generational cycles.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
30 May 2025
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Listen actively to the client's concerns, demonstrating genuine empathy for their position.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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These operators pay artisans and specialized mechanics top dollar to maintain and refurbish the century-old rides, all in an effort to preserve their original design and craftsmanship.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
26 May 2025
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Prime was intended not only to provide services to Elite but to control Elite’s operations, Elite’s original bylaws show.—
Kristen Taketa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 May 2025
Adjective
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Four road trips into this year, however, no trickle-down effect has been as lauded as the changes the Dodgers have made to their actual travel schedule.—
Jack Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
23 May 2025
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This is an exuberant, visually stylish imagining of soccer that, say some critics who played the beta preview, gets tantalizingly close to the pure physical joy of kicking an actual soccer ball around with your friends.—
Lewis Gordon,
Vulture,
23 May 2025
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These are easy do-it-ourselves things that don’t require calling in a certified arborist, although that’s always a great idea if the wheels start to come off.—
Neil Sperry,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 May 2025
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Demoing the move above is Maggi Gao, CPT, a certified kettlebell instructor and fitness coach based in New York City.—
Caroline Tien,
SELF,
16 May 2025
Cite this Entry
“Bona fide.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bona%20fide. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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