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Fabricated: meaning, definitions and examples

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fabricated

 

[ ˈfæbrɪˌkeɪtɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

to make up

to invent or concoct (something), typically with deceitful intent. To construct or manufacture something, especially in a dishonest or exaggerated manner. To create or produce (something) in a skillful or clever way.

Synonyms

concoct, falsify, forge, invent, manufacture

Examples of usage

  • He fabricated a story about being stranded on a deserted island.
  • She was caught fabricating evidence to frame her colleague.
  • The company fabricated the data to make their product seem more successful.
  • The artist fabricated a beautiful sculpture out of recycled materials.
  • The conspiracy theorists fabricated a theory about the government's involvement.

Translations

Translations of the word "fabricated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 fabricado

🇮🇳 निर्मित (nirmith)

🇩🇪 hergestellt

🇮🇩 dibuat

🇺🇦 виготовлений

🇵🇱 wyprodukowany

🇯🇵 製造された (seizō sareta)

🇫🇷 fabriqué

🇪🇸 fabricado

🇹🇷 imal edilmiş

🇰🇷 제작된 (jejagdoen)

🇸🇦 مصنوع (masnū')

🇨🇿 vyrobený

🇸🇰 vyrobený

🇨🇳 制造的 (zhìzào de)

🇸🇮 izdelan

🇮🇸 framleiddur

🇰🇿 жасалған

🇬🇪 დამზადებული (damzadebuli)

🇦🇿 hazırlanmış

🇲🇽 fabricado

Word origin

The word 'fabricated' originated from the Latin word 'fabricatus', past participle of 'fabricare' meaning 'to make, construct, build'. Over time, the term evolved to encompass the idea of creating something, often with a sense of deception or dishonesty. The modern usage of 'fabricated' reflects its historical roots in fabrication and creation.

See also: biofabrication, fabricate, fabrication, fabrications, fabrics.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,081 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.