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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Panigirtzoglou and his team said the TMT hedge-fund losses exclude Situational Awareness, the high-profile AI- and tech-focused hedge fund that reportedly sold most of its holdings to Citadel.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 6, 2026
Finally after a two-day search, the winning ticket was reportedly found by a waste worker on Tuesday morning.
From BBC ● Aug. 5, 2026
Iran and Oman were reportedly finalizing a draft agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, giving Tehran oversight of ships.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 5, 2026
Kennedy and several other Cabinet members have reportedly embraced versions of the plan, which emphasizes grass-fed meat and fermented foods while eliminating alcohol and sugary foods.
From Salon ● Aug. 5, 2026
When the prophet Brigham Young reached the base of the Wasatch Mountains, he reportedly declared, “This is the place.”
From "A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age" by Matt Richtel
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