GRE Word List
APOCRYPHAL
of doubtful authenticity : spurious
The meaning of the word apocryphal is of doubtful authenticity : spurious.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| acknowledge | to recognize the rights, authority, or status of |
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| punitive | inflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment |
| scrap | fragments of discarded or leftover food |
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| lithe | easily bent or flexed |
| filth | foul or putrid matter |
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