purporting

Meanings

• Verb

  To represent or claim something to be true or genuine, especially when not officially authorized to do so.

• Verb

  To allege or assert something, often falsely or without proof.

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Variants

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purport , purported , purporting , purports

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Etymology

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From the Middle English word 'purporten', meaning 'to signify, denote, or represent'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'purporting' was first used in English literature in the 15th century.

2. The verb 'purport' comes from the Middle English word 'purporten', which means 'to signify, denote, or represent'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Perjury: A crime involving the swearing of a false oath or affirmation, often in a court of law, in relation to 'purporting'.

2. Lying: A broader concept related to 'purporting', as both involve the deliberate misrepresentation of truth.

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Culture

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In literature, 'purporting' is often used to describe characters who make false claims or assertions. In art, it can refer to a representation or depiction of something that may not be entirely truthful or accurate.

How to Memorize "purporting"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the act of representing or claiming something to be true or genuine, such as a person testifying in court.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'purporting' with the idea of false claims or assertions.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'People Underestimate Representation's Power Over Truth' to remember the meaning of 'purporting'.

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