Veritable
Adjective
Definition: Truly or accurately named; rightly called. (e.g., a veritable masterpiece)
Synonyms: Genuine, Authentic, Real, True, Actual
Antonyms: False, Fake, Counterfeit
Examples:
- The concert was a veritable feast for the ears.
- She was a veritable wizard in the kitchen.
Mnemonics:
- "Veritable" sounds similar to "real" or "genuine."
Etymology:
Origin:
Middle English from Old French, from Latin 'veritabilis,' from 'veritas' meaning 'truth.'
Historical Usage:The word 'veritable' has been used in English since the 14th century to describe something that can be truly or accurately called by a specific name.
Related Idioms:
Idiom:
"Veritable cornucopia"
Explanation:Refers to a plentiful or abundant collection of things.
Misconceptions:
Misconception:
Confusing 'veritable' with 'variable.'
Explanation:'Veritable' means truly or accurately named, while 'variable' refers to something that is subject to change or variation.