| 释义 |
au·then·ti·cate
\-təˌkāt, usu -ād.+V\ transitive verb
(-ed/-ing/-s)
Etymology: Medieval Latin authenticatus, past participle of authenticare, from Late Latin authenticus authentic
: to make authentic:
a. : to make authoritative : give authority to
< a book that is authenticated by the renown of those who contributed to it >
b. : to make valid and effective by the proof, attestation, or formalities required by law
< an authenticated grant of land >
c. : to make credible : make evident the reasonableness or logical necessity of accepting (a theory, assertion, or reputed fact)
< authenticating her testimony by her obvious sincerity >
< the date can be authenticated by documentary proof >
d. : to establish convincingly as accurate, true, real, or genuine
< well-authenticated information >
< an authenticated diamond >
e. : to establish a conclusive basis for accepting as truly of an averred character, function, or position
< a diplomat authenticating himself and the object of his mission >
f. : to verify the origin of : prove the authorship of
< a priceless and authenticated painting of Rembrandt >
Synonyms: see confirm |