Understand the correct spelling of "Bona-fide" and avoid "Bonified".
Incorrect spelling - "Bonified is incorrect; does not exist."
"Bonified" is a common misspelling of "Bona-fide". Always use "Bona-fide" when referring to the correct word.
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
"Bona-fide means genuine, real, or authentic."
"Bona-fide": "Bona-fide means genuine, real, or authentic."
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
"Correct:" He is a bona-fide expert.
"Correct:" This is a bona-fide offer.
"Correct:" She provided bona-fide documentation.
"Correct:" They made a bona-fide claim.
"Incorrect:" He is a bonified expert.
"Incorrect:" This is a bonified offer.
"Incorrect:" She provided bonified documentation.
"Incorrect:" They made a bonified claim.
A: Bona-fide.
A: Genuine or authentic.
A: No, it's incorrect.
"Bona-fide" is correct; "Bonified" is wrong. Always use the hyphenated form.