genuine article

Definitions

A person or thing that is authentic and exactly what it is claimed to be.

Something that is not a counterfeit, imitation, or fake.

Examples

After years of searching for a vintage watch, I was relieved to confirm that this one is the genuine article.

Don't be fooled by the cheap imitations; this leather jacket is the genuine article.

Synonyms

the real deal authentic item true original bona fide the genuine thing

Antonyms

cheap imitation counterfeit product fake replica sham fraudulent copy