Definitions
- Describing information that has been shared or conveyed by someone else. - Referring to news or events that have been communicated by a reliable source. - Talking about something that has been stated or documented in a formal or official manner.
- Describing a statement made by someone that may or may not be true. - Referring to an assertion or declaration made by an individual or group. - Talking about something that has been put forward as a fact or truth, but may require further investigation or verification.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe statements or information that has been communicated by someone.
- 2Both words can be used to refer to news or events that have been shared with others.
- 3Both words suggest that the information may require further investigation or verification.
What is the difference?
- 1Source: Reported suggests that the information comes from a reliable or official source, while claimed does not necessarily imply a reliable source.
- 2Truthfulness: Reported implies that the information is likely to be true, while claimed suggests that the truthfulness of the information is uncertain.
- 3Evidence: Reported may suggest that there is evidence to support the information, while claimed may suggest that there is no evidence to support the information.
- 4Formality: Reported is more formal and objective, while claimed is more subjective and informal.
- 5Usage: Reported is often used in news or journalism, while claimed is more commonly used in everyday conversation.
Remember this!
Reported and claimed are both words used to describe information that has been communicated by someone. However, reported suggests that the information comes from a reliable or official source and is likely to be true, while claimed suggests that the truthfulness of the information is uncertain and may require further investigation or verification. Additionally, reported is more formal and objective, while claimed is more subjective and informal.
