Apocryphal
Pronunciation:əˈpɒkrɪfəl
EN→ZH
Quick Translations
- 伪经
- 假冒的
- 可疑的
Definitions
adjective
Definition
Of doubtful authenticity, although widely circulated as being true.
In ZH
真实性值得怀疑，尽管广泛流传为真实的。
Examples
- Many apocryphal stories circulate about famous historical figures.
- The newspaper reported an apocryphal account of the event, which later turned out to be false.
- Though his apocryphal quotations were popular, they were often misattributed.
Cultural Notes
The term is often used in a literary context to refer to texts that are not considered canonical. For example, some apocryphal gospels are texts that were not included in the Bible.
noun
Definition
A work of literature, often biblical in nature, that is of doubtful authenticity or is not officially recognized by a particular religious group.
In ZH
作品的真实性值得怀疑或未被特定宗教组织正式认可的文学作品，通常与宗教有关。
Examples
- Scholars debate the significance of apocryphal works in understanding early Christianity.
- The apocryphal stories reveal insights into the beliefs of the people at the time.
- Reading the apocrypha can provide a broader context for biblical teachings.
Cultural Notes
The usage of 'apocryphal' in this sense often pertains to texts that provide alternative narratives or interpretations of widely accepted religious teachings.