Unpacking authenticity: "genuinely" vs. "sincerely"

Reviewed and edited by

Anwar Kareem 10/10/2024, 00:20

English.me team member

Genuinely and sincerely. What's the difference?

What is similar?

Both words convey honesty and truthfulness.

What is different?

While "genuinely" emphasizes authenticity and the true nature of something, "sincerely" focuses more on the honesty and earnestness in intentions or expressions.

Which one is more common?

Examples of usage

Genuinely

She was genuinely happy to see her friend succeed.
He was genuinely surprised by the unexpected gift.
The product was genuinely made with high-quality materials.

Sincerely

I sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.
She sincerely hopes for your speedy recovery.
The teacher sincerely thanked the students for their hard work.