"authenticative" meaning in English

See authenticative in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Adjective

Forms: more authenticative [comparative], most authenticative [superlative]
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  1. (grammar) Of or pertaining to, or creating a word form indicating a state of authenticity or originality.
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