apocryphal
/əˈpɒkrɪfəl/
a · poc · ry · phal
/ə · ˈpɒk · rɪ · fəl/
English Definition
adj. of questionable authenticity or authorship
Significado en Español
apócrifo
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
apo(away)+cryph(hide)+al(adjective suffix)→of uncertain authenticity
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Which of the following words is a synonym for “apocryphal”?
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A
genuine
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B
authentic
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C
spurious
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D
verified
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C — spurious.
“apocryphal” means adj. of questionable authenticity or authorship
Common questions about “apocryphal”
What does “apocryphal” mean?
apocryphal — adj. of questionable authenticity or authorship. In Chinese: 伪造的，杜撰的.
How do you pronounce “apocryphal”?
apocryphal is pronounced /əˈpɒkrɪfəl/. It breaks into 4 syllables: a · poc · ry · phal.
Is “apocryphal” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. apocryphal appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “apocryphal”?
apo(away)+cryph(hide)+al(adjective suffix)→of uncertain authenticity
