authentic reference

[ɔːˈθɛntɪk ˈrɛfərəns]
nounpl: authentic references
referência autêntica
1. A source, citation, or evidence that is genuine, reliable, and directly derived from the original subject matter, used to support claims or provide credibility
The historian's book uses authentic references from primary documents to support her thesis.
O livro do historiador utiliza referências autênticas de documentos primários para sustentar sua tese.
2. In academic or professional contexts, a legitimate citation or source that can be verified and traced back to its original origin
All claims in the research paper must be backed by authentic references.
Todas as afirmações no artigo de pesquisa devem ser apoiadas por referências autênticas.
3. An original work, document, or person that serves as a genuine model or example for comparison or verification
The museum displays authentic references of ancient Roman artifacts.
O museu exibe referências autênticas de artefatos romanos antigos.
In Brazilian academic culture, authentic references are highly valued in dissertations and research papers. Universities and institutions emphasize the importance of using 'referências autênticas' to maintain academic integrity. This term is also commonly used in legal contexts to establish the credibility of documents and evidence.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
genuine referenceoriginal sourceprimary sourcecredible citationverified referencelegitimate source
Antonyms / Antônimos
false referencefake sourcefraudulent citationunreliable sourcesecondary reference

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
referência autêntica
Standard usage in academic and professional contexts
São Paulo
referência autêntica / fonte verificada
Used interchangeably; 'fonte verificada' emphasizes verification
Rio de Janeiro
referência legítima
Alternative phrasing emphasizing legitimacy
Portugal
referência autêntica / fonte original
Portuguese variant; 'fonte original' also commonly used

Related Words

authenticitycredibilityverificationcitationsource materialdocumentationevidence

Related Idioms & Phrases

cite authentic references
back up with authentic references
draw from authentic references
serve as an authentic reference
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