apocryphal implies an unknown or dubious source or origin or may imply that the thing itself is dubious or inaccurate.

The adjective apocryphal is commonly used in modern English to refer to any text or story considered to be of dubious veracity or authority, although it may contain some moral truth.

APOCRYPHAL definition: of doubtful authorship or authenticity. See examples of apocryphal used in a sentence.

Dec 18, 2025 · apocrypha, (from Greek apokryptein, “to hide away”), in biblical literature, works outside an accepted canon of scripture. The history of the term’s usage indicates that it referred to a body of …

APOCRYPHAL meaning: 1. An apocryphal story is probably not true although it is often told and believed by some people…. Learn more.

Definition of apocryphal adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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Dec 14, 2025 · apocryphal (comparative more apocryphal, superlative most apocryphal) (Christianity) Of, or pertaining to, the Apocrypha. quotations

The New Testament apocrypha (singular apocryphon) [1] are a number of writings by early Christians that give accounts of Jesus and his teachings, the nature of God, or the teachings of his apostles …

An apocryphal story is one which is probably not true or did not happen, but which may give a true picture of someone or something. This may well be an apocryphal story. There are various other …