fabulate

/fæˈbyüleɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to speak or write falsely or misleadingly, especially in an entertaining or impressive way; to invent or fabricate a story or tale.

“The politician was accused of fabulating a story to distract from the real issues.”

2. verb

to tell or speak about something in a way that is not accurate or true.

“The writer was criticized for fabulating historical events.”

3. verb

to create or make up a story or tale.

“The author fabulated a world of fantasy and adventure in her novel.”

4. verb

to invent or imagine something, especially a story or scenario.

“The artist fabulated a new idea for her next exhibition.”

Synonyms

  • create
  • fabricate
  • imagine
  • invent

Antonyms

  • accuracy
  • truth
  • veracity