Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ring true
Idiomatic expression
/rɪŋ truː/
Definition
To seem authentic or genuine; to resonate with truth or sincerity.
Examples
- Her story really rings true after everything we’ve been through together.
- When he spoke about his experience, it rang true to me.
- The evidence presented in the debate just didn’t ring true.
Meaning
When something ‘rings true’, it feels real or honest, often in the context of a statement, idea, or emotion that resonates with one’s beliefs or understanding.
Synonyms
- resonate
- ring familiar
- seem credible
- feel authentic
