purportedly Definition
as appears or is stated to be true, though not necessarily so; allegedly.
Using purportedly: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "purportedly" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The book purportedly tells the true story of the events.
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The company's CEO was purportedly involved in a scandal.
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The painting was purportedly created by a famous artist.
purportedly Synonyms and Antonyms
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Summary: purportedly in Brief
The adverb 'purportedly' [pəˈpɔːtɪdli] means as appears or is stated to be true, though not necessarily so. It is often used to indicate that something is alleged or claimed but not confirmed or proven. For example, 'The book purportedly tells the true story of the events.'
