Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bogus-claim
noun
ˈboʊɡəs kleɪm
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Definition
A bogus claim is an assertion or statement that is false, misleading, or lacking any validity.
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Examples
- He filed a bogus claim for damages after the minor car accident.
- Many people fall for scams that involve bogus claims of lottery winnings.
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Meaning
Typically used in legal or informal contexts, it refers to a claim made without proper basis or evidence, often to deceive or manipulate.
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Synonyms
- false claim
- deceptive assertion
- fraudulent statement