reportedly
Americanadverb
adverb
Etymology
Origin of reportedly
Explanation
When something is reportedly true, it means people say it's true, but it hasn't necessarily been confirmed. If your favorite band is reportedly coming to town, it may just be an unfounded rumor. The word reportedly implies that information has been shared by others, but it hasn't been officially verified. For example, if someone says they've heard that a new movie is in the works, but there's no official announcement yet, then it is reportedly happening. Using the word reportedly helps indicate that the details are not certain, reminding us to take such news with a grain of caution until all the facts are in.
Example Sentences
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Reportedly, several of these Jewish senators see themselves as presidential timber.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026
Reportedly a fan of K-pop mega-star G-Dragon, she grew up in a snowboarding family with both parents and her three siblings taking up the sport.
From Barron's • Feb. 13, 2026
Reportedly set to participate in training camp with Hawaii, Marks will instead join the Bruins after having spent three seasons at Tulsa and two at Colorado State.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 14, 2025
Reportedly once described as the most beautiful man in cinema, Parisian Alain Delon was one of Europe's leading film stars in the 1960s and 70s, appearing in Plein Soleil, Le Samourai and The Leopard.
From BBC • Dec. 28, 2024
Reportedly, Grande had separated from her husband, Dalton Gomez.
From Salon • Dec. 20, 2024
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