purportedly

American  

[per-pawr-tid-lee] / pərˈpɔr tɪd li /

adverb

1. according to what is or has been claimed, reputed, or asserted; allegedly.

   The upcoming version of the tablet will purportedly feature a brand new processor, but no other details are yet known.

   The defendant has not listed the brokers and valuation professionals with whom he purportedly consulted, nor has he told us the questions that he purportedly asked them.

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Etymology

Origin of purportedly

purported ( def. ) + -ly

Example Sentences

A post on social media, purportedly from one of the home owners, said he and his neighbour were unharmed but six dogs had died in the fire, and two properties were badly damaged.

From BBC

Nootropics, supplements which purportedly enhance cognition which are sometimes referred to as "smart drugs", have been around for decades, but it's only in the past few years that their appeal has really taken off.

From BBC

Rather than seek more FDA approvals, it funded studies purportedly proving its efficacy for more common ailments such as anxiety, migraines and chronic nerve pain.

From The Wall Street Journal

Bennet's remarks followed a report aired Sunday evening on Israel's i24news television channel, which purportedly revealed conversations between two of Netanyahu's advisers in connection with the case.

From Barron's

In a note purportedly written by him before his death which the BBC has seen, Vadher said that he had been feeling "constant fatigue and mental stress" for several days.

From BBC

Related Words

• allegedly
• apparently
• probably