C2verbformalcrimelaw
US/ˈfæb.rə.keɪt/
UK/ˈfæb.rɪ.keɪt/
to invent false information in order to trick people; also to make something from different parts
In context
The officer was fired for fabricating evidence in a drug case.
The journalist admitted that she had fabricated several quotes.
The factory in Hải Phòng fabricates steel parts for ships.
Words that go with fabricate
verb + noun
- fabricate evidenceIt is a serious crime to fabricate evidence.
- fabricate dataScientists who fabricate data can lose their careers.
adjective + noun
- fabricated storyThe viral post turned out to be a fabricated story.
- fabricated chargesHer supporters say she was jailed on fabricated charges.
adverb + verb
- completely fabricatedThe minister said the report was completely fabricated.