authentic references
[/ɔːˈθɛntɪk ˈrɛfərənsɪz/]
noun phrase
referências autênticas
1. Sources, citations, or documents that are genuine, original, and verifiable, used to support claims or validate information
The researcher used authentic references from primary sources to strengthen her thesis.
A pesquisadora usou referências autênticas de fontes primárias para fortalecer sua tese.
2. Credible and reliable sources that can be traced back to their original origin
The article lacks authentic references and relies too heavily on speculation.
O artigo carece de referências autênticas e depende demais de especulação.
3. Documentation or evidence that proves legitimacy or truthfulness of something
We need authentic references to verify the historical accuracy of this claim.
Precisamos de referências autênticas para verificar a precisão histórica desta alegação.
In Brazilian academic culture, the use of authentic references is highly valued and often mandatory in formal papers, theses, and dissertations. Academic institutions emphasize bibliographic integrity and proper citation methods. In the USA, authentic references are essential for academic credibility and are central to research ethics and plagiarism prevention policies.
Related Idioms & Phrases
back up with authentic references
cite authentic references
lack authentic references
verify against authentic references
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