Genuine; real (4)

I believe the answer is:

true

I believe this clue is a double definition.

'genuine' is the first definition.
(similar in meaning)

'real' is the second definition.
(similar in meaning)

(Other definitions for true that I've seen before include "not showing 12 [DISHONESTY]" , "Honest and straight" , "A false alternative?" , "Right - honourable" , "to be believed?" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times and the Sydney Morning Herald.

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