Synonyms for

Fabricating

Verb / ˈfæbrɪˌkeɪtɪŋ / Another word for fabricating — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To invent or create something, typically with deceitful intent.

Synonyms & similar words

makeup fabricate cookup invent construct manufacture falsify forge concoct invent contrive devise create construct manufacture produce build originate formulate assemble fashion craft

Example sentences

  1. The detective knew the suspect was fabricating the story.
  2. She was caught fabricating evidence.
  3. He spent hours fabricating a model airplane.
  4. The artist was fabricating a sculpture out of metal.
  5. The company was fabricating new products for their upcoming release.

Quotes

  • "The old man was fabricating a story about the time he met President Roosevelt." - John Grisham
  • "I'm not fabricating this story, I swear it's true!" - Unknown
  • "A lie will easily get you out of a scrape, and yet, strangely and beautifully, rapture possesses you when you have taken the scrape and left out the lie." - Charles Edward Montague

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