apocryphal
US /əˈpɑː.krə.fəl/
UK /əˈpɒk.rɪ.fəl/
形容词
杜撰的, 真实性可疑的
of doubtful authenticity, although widely circulated as being true
示例:
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The story about the hidden treasure is probably apocryphal.
关于隐藏宝藏的故事很可能是杜撰的。
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Many urban legends are apocryphal tales passed down through generations.
许多都市传说都是代代相传的杜撰故事。