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PURPORTING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Purporting.

Purporting - as a noun

The intended meaning of a communication

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
intentspirit

The pervading meaning or tenor

Example: "Caught the general drift of the conversation"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
drift

Purporting - as a verb

Have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming

Example: "The letter purports to express people's opinion"

Propose or intend

Example: "I aim to arrive at noon"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
aimproposepurpose

Example Sentences

"He was purporting to be an expert on the subject."
"The article is purporting that the government is hiding critical information."
"She released a statement purporting her innocence."
"The website is purporting to sell authentic products at discounted prices."
"The email was purporting to be from a reputable bank asking for personal information."
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Word Game Points

Is PURPORTING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, purporting is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PURPORTING has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is PURPORTING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, purporting is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PURPORTING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is PURPORTING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, purporting is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PURPORTING has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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