Apocryphal

adjective/uh-POK-rih-fuhl/

Meaning

Widely told but probably not true or genuine.

In context
That apocryphal story about the school ghost has been repeated for years.

Remember it

Apocryphal stories are 'hidden' from proof; they sound real but can't be verified.

Use it well

Use for well-known stories that are doubtful or made up, despite being often repeated.