Definitions
- Used to describe something that is claimed to be true but not yet proven. - Referring to an accusation or claim made against someone or something. - Talking about a supposed fact or event that has not been confirmed or verified.
- Used to describe something that is claimed to be true but with doubts or skepticism. - Referring to an assertion or claim made by someone without evidence or proof. - Talking about a supposed fact or event that is widely believed but not confirmed or verified.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words are used to describe something that is claimed to be true.
- 2Both words imply uncertainty or doubt about the truthfulness of the claim.
- 3Both words can be used in legal or journalistic contexts.
- 4Both words are often used in negative or skeptical contexts.
- 5Both words can be used to avoid making a definitive statement about the truthfulness of a claim.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Alleged is more commonly used in legal contexts, while purported is more commonly used in journalistic contexts.
- 2Connotation: Alleged has a neutral connotation, while purported often implies skepticism or doubt.
- 3Evidence: Alleged can be used when there is some evidence to support the claim, while purported is often used when there is little or no evidence to support the claim.
- 4Subjectivity: Alleged is often used to describe claims made by others, while purported is often used to describe claims made by the speaker themselves.
Remember this!
Alleged and purported are synonyms that are used to describe something that is claimed to be true but with doubts or uncertainty about its truthfulness. While both words have similar meanings, they differ in their origin, usage, connotation, evidence, and subjectivity.
