reportedly

American  

[ri-pawr-tid-lee, -pohr-] / rɪˈpɔr tɪd li, -ˈpoʊr- /

adverb

1. according to report or rumor.

   Reportedly, he is a billionaire.

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reportedly British  

/ rɪˈpɔːtɪdlɪ /

adverb

1. according to rumour or report

   he is reportedly living in Australia

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Etymology

Origin of reportedly

First recorded in 1900–05; report + -ed ² + -ly

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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

The game reportedly cost between $1 billion and $1.5 billion to produce, which would make it the most expensive cultural product ever.

From Barron's ● Nov. 9, 2026

They have reportedly taken calls about quarterback Daniel Jones too, while wide receiver Josh Downs has requested a trade.

From BBC ● Nov. 9, 2026

In high school, he criticized administrators for allowing Spanish-language announcements and once reportedly jumped into a girls’ track race in an apparent attempt to prove the athletic superiority of men.

From Slate ● Nov. 6, 2026

Zac is reportedly “doing okay” following Jen’s filing, according to People sources.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 5, 2026

Octavian reportedly replied that if Mark Antony really wanted to kill himself, he should find an easier way to do it.

From "Sterling Biographies®: Cleopatra: Egypt's Last and Greatest Queen" by Susan Blackaby

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