bona fide
1
genuine and not fake
- The seller assured the buyer that the watch was bona fide, with all the original documents and warranty.
- After much investigation, they confirmed that the antique furniture was bona fide, not a modern imitation.
- The company prides itself on being a bona fide leader in the industry, offering high-quality products.
- The historian provided bona fide evidence to support his groundbreaking theory.
2
honest and without having deceit
- His bona fide intentions were clear when he offered to help without expecting anything in return.
- The businessman’s bona fide approach earned him the trust and respect of his colleagues.
- His bona fide character shone through when he admitted his mistake and made amends.
- The bona fide donation was made with no ulterior motive, aiming only to support the charity.
- The bona fide customer service representative went above and beyond to solve the issue with honesty.