BONA FIDE


Meaning of BONA FIDE in English

/ ˌbəʊnə ˈfaɪdi; NAmE ˌboʊnə/ adjective

[ usually before noun ] (from Latin ) genuine, real or legal; not false :

a bona fide reason

Is it a bona fide, reputable organization?

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WORD ORIGIN

Latin , literally with good faith , ablative singular of bona fides .

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