as in real
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true or real
—used to emphasize a description
The island is a veritable paradise. The sale attracted a veritable mob of people.
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Recent Examples of veritable
The brand combines the Japanese and French beauty philosophies, and its color cosmetics are veritable sensations amongst the fashion set.
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Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 29 Dec. 2025
The celebratory bash on New Year’s Eve 1925 was an all-out splash, veritable who’s who of the era on the guest list; invitation Laughner sent invitations to his elite friends, including the Rockefellers, Carnegies, Mellons, Fleischmanns, and Pillsburys.
—Susan B. Barnes, Southern Living, 27 Dec. 2025
As far back as the Victorian era, exchanging a few banalities was part of a veritable social code—a way of signaling both politeness and boundaries.
—Jeanne Ballion, Vogue, 27 Dec. 2025
But with the Belasco audience having phones and smartwatches locked in pouches, and with no photos or other documentation ever released, there was little tangible proof that this veritable Bigfoot sighting of a concert ever happened.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 22 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for veritable
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The defense bent a lot and didn’t break often but didn’t have any real signature plays.—
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While some calas are accessible by car, others can only be reached by a short hike—that’s where visitors will find the real magic and privacy.—
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Nothing wrong with a little fantasy, but this year’s astrology asks us to stop romanticizing potential and start paying attention to what feels genuine, reciprocal and enduring.—
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The tears in Yang’s eyes appeared genuine.—
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Look for classic chocolate and vanilla cones, plus cereal milk ice cream and other specialty flavors.—
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Buckter guided her toward a palette where the colors relate to one another in a classic way, the kind that instantly reads as San Francisco.—
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Much will soon be made of the movie’s epic, final-act twist, but despite such swerves, the film maintains its utter ambiguity to the end, giving heart to the lostness that so many across ideological spectrums now feel.—
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His extraordinary journey from utter isolation to human connection is revealed in the Oscar-contending documentary Ghost Boy, directed by Rodney Ascher (Room 237, A Glitch in the Matrix), winner of the Audience Award at SXSW in the Visions category.—
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Carroll's debut campaign in Vegas, however, has been nothing short of an unmitigated disaster, as the Raiders are just 2-10 and have lost six games in a row.—
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This year marks the 30th anniversary of Showgirls, Berkley’s big-screen debut that has gone from unmitigated disaster to cult camp classic.—
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But the Red Sox destroyed and ended their relationship with their only true power hitter and proven winner for a player who, though an undeniably excellent addition, was here for 117 total games.—
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The movie received three total nominations at the Golden Globes, including a nod for Chalamet in the Best Performance by a Male Actor in a Motion Picture (Musical or Comedy) category and a nomination for Best Screenplay.—
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Complete with zip pockets, a continuous drawstring loop, and reflective properties, these leggings are perfect for hiking, jogging, and other outdoor activities.—
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The 1-liter purse’s faux fur exterior feels cozy against the skin and is ideal for winter styling, according to Lululemon shoppers who give it a near-perfect rating.—
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The newest, pinkest addition to Orlando Auto Museum was a definite fixer-upper.—
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The designer anticipates a definite shift from floral to geometric motifs, with bold color-blocking techniques that will set the tone in a room.—
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“Veritable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/veritable. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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