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Noun: genuineness  jen-yoo-in-nus
  1. The state of being genuine
    "The expert confirmed the genuineness of the antique vase"
     
  2. The property of being genuine or valid, not being a fake or forgery
    "The expert confirmed the genuineness of the painting";
    - authenticity, legitimacy

Type of: actuality, believability, credibility, credibleness

Antonym: spuriousness