Definition

The process of making or creating something, often in a way that is not true or real, such as a lie or a false story.

Example

The artist's latest work is a fabrication of historical events, blending fact with fiction.

Conversation

Did you hear about that big fabrication scandal in the company?

Yeah, it's crazy how people can create such lies.

I wonder how they thought they would get away with that fabrication.

Right? It just shows how important honesty is in business.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Fabrication → It is formed from "fabrica" (from Latin, meaning workshop or craft) and "-tion" (meaning the action or process of). The word "fabrication" refers to the process of making or constructing something, often in a workshop or through skilled craft.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'workshop' ('fabrica') where things are 'made' ('-tion') — that's why fabrication means the process of making something.

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