🔤 Apocryphal (Adjective)
IPA: //əˈpɒkrɪfəl//
✨ Use apocryphal when a tale sounds true, spreads fast, but can’t be verified.
🧠 Meaning
Of doubtful authenticity, though widely circulated as being true.
✍️ Example Sentences
🔹 The story of the scientist shouting “Eureka!” in the bath may be apocryphal.
🔹 Many apocryphal quotes are wrongly attributed to famous leaders.
📜 Word Origin
From Greek apokryphos (“hidden, obscure”), originally referring to non-canonical religious writings.
💡 Did You Know?
Apocryphal is often used for urban legends, myths, or internet stories that spread like wildfire but lack real proof.
🏷️ Related Words
#dubious
#fictitious
#legendary
#mythical
#spurious
#fabricated
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