apocryphate

/æpɒkriˈfeɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to make or claim something to be a secret or apocryphal writing, especially a part of the Bible.

“The scholar’s new book was accused of apocryphating historical events to fit her narrative.”

2. noun

a writing or document considered apocryphal or of doubtful authenticity.

“The apocryphate manuscript was dismissed by the academic community as a forgery.”

Synonyms

  • apocryphal
  • spurious

Antonyms

  • authentic
  • genuine