GRE Word List

APOCRYPHAL

of doubtful authenticity : spurious

The meaning of the word apocryphal is of doubtful authenticity : spurious.

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WordMeaning
coddleto cook (something, such as eggs) in liquid slowly and gently just below the boiling point
personifyto conceive of or represent as a person or as having human qualities or powers
fluctuateto shift back and forth uncertainly
redolentexuding fragrance : aromatic
vergebrink
chassisthe supporting frame of a structure (such as an automobile or television)
precursorone that precedes and indicates the approach of another
afterlifean existence after death
ambiencea feeling or mood associated with a particular place, person, or thing : atmosphere
incidentan occurrence of an action or situation that is a separate unit of experience : happening