Meaning & Definition of word "Reportedly"
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Reportedly
/rɪˈpɔːrtɪdli/
adverb:
- 1. According to what is said or reported; supposedly.
- Example: The meeting was reportedly scheduled for next Friday.
- 2. It is claimed or believed that something is true, though there may be no definitive proof.
- Example: The film has reportedly been a box office success.
- 3. As stated by a source that is not confirmed or verified.
- Example: He was reportedly seen leaving the building just before the incident.
- 4. Used to convey information that comes from hearsay rather than direct evidence.
- Example: The deal is reportedly worth millions.
- 5. Used to express that something has been claimed or alleged by others.
- Example: The athlete is reportedly considering retirement at the end of the season.
Etymology
The word 'reportedly' comes from the verb 'report' combined with the adverbial suffix '-edly'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
reportedly to have:
said or claimed to have something.
reportedly said:
what a person is claimed to have stated.
Related Words
report:
a spoken or written account of something.
reporter:
a person who reports news.
Slang Meanings of reportedly
Meaning: Rumor has it
Example Sentence: Rumor has it she's dating a celebrity.
Meaning: Word on the street
Example Sentence: Word on the street is that he got the promotion.