purporter

/pɜːrˈpɔːrtər/

Definitions

1. noun

One that purports or professes something; a person who claims or asserts something, especially something false or unproven.

“The self-proclaimed expert turned out to be a mere purporter of false information.”

2. noun

A person or thing that purports to do or provide something, especially something of value or utility.

“The new app is a purporter of streaming services and online entertainment.”

Synonyms

  • assertor
  • claimer
  • professor

Antonyms

  • denier
  • disprover