confabulate
US /kənˈfæb.jə.leɪt/
UK /kənˈfæb.jʊ.leɪt/
动词
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虚构, 编造
fabricate imaginary experiences as compensation for loss of memory
示例:
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Patients with certain neurological conditions may confabulate to fill in memory gaps.
患有某些神经系统疾病的患者可能会虚构经历以填补记忆空白。
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It's important to distinguish between lying and confabulating, as the latter is often unintentional.
区分说谎和虚构很重要，因为后者通常是无意的。