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Apocryphal

Verb / ʌˈpɑ:krʌfʌl / Another word for apocryphal — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Apocryphal means something that is of doubtful authenticity or origin.

Synonyms & similar words

apocryphal untrue false spurious fabricated mythical fictitious dubious questionable uncertain doubtful unverified unconfirmed unsubstantiated unsupported unfounded baseless groundless unreliable inaccurate misleading

Example sentences

  1. The apocryphal tale about George Washington chopping down a cherry tree is not true.
  2. She told an apocryphal story about how she met a celebrity.
  3. The apocryphal manuscript was dismissed by scholars as a hoax.
  4. The apocryphal rumor spread quickly through social media.
  5. Many of the stories in the Bible are considered to be apocryphal by some historians.

Quotes

  • 'The apocryphal stories about me abound and always will, but they're not true,' said Dolly Parton.
  • 'The apocryphal stories about Mozart are endless,' said Tom Hulce.
  • 'The apocryphal story that I wrote 'Lady Chatterley's Lover' to pay for my husband's medical bills is simply not true,' said D.H. Lawrence.

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