apocryphal
Pronunciation: /əˈpɒkɹɪfəl/
The English word “apocryphal” has 3 meanings listed here.
adjective
- Of, or pertaining to, the Apocrypha.
- Of doubtful authenticity, or lacking authority; not regarded as canonical.
- Of dubious veracity; of questionable accuracy or truthfulness; anecdotal or in the nature of an urban legend.
Etymology
From apocrypha + -al.
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