word
Spurious
SPYUU-ree-uhs
/ˈspjʊriːʌs/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
spurious
Dictionary meaning
Intended to deceive.
Examples
- A spurious work of art.
- The dominions of both rulers passed away to their spurious or doubtful offspring- E.A.Freeman.
Synonyms: fallacious
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