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3 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Purport' in a Sentence

"To falsely present oneself or something as having a particular appearance or claim." more

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Some online articles have been purporting breakthroughs in medical research that remain unverified.
The website has purported a breakthrough diet plan that claims to guarantee rapid weight loss.
The professor had been purporting to hold the key to eternal youth through a mysterious potion, duping gullible students.

Purport

per-pawrt
verbTo falsely present oneself or something as having a particular appearance or claim.
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Last Updated On: April 14, 2024
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