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.