Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the one which is most nearly in meaning to the given word.

Apocryphal

  1. genuine

  2. authentic

  3. fictional

  4. original
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Apocryphal describes something of doubtful authenticity or fictional nature, often a story whose authorship is questionable. 'Fictional' captures this lack of genuineness. 'Genuine' and 'authentic' are antonyms, while 'original' doesn't convey the doubtful or fabricated aspect.

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