kerugma

/kəˈrʊɡmə/

Definitions

1. noun

A statement or assertion, especially one that is considered to be false or misleading.

“The politician’s kerugma about the economy was widely criticized by the media.”

2. noun

A statement or assertion made by a person or group, especially one that is intended to deceive or mislead.

“The company’s kerugma about the product’s safety features was exposed as a fabrication.”

Synonyms

  • assertion
  • claim
  • statement

Antonyms

  • fact
  • truth