What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
reported
Example
The news reported that there was a fire in the building. [reported: verb]
Example
The reported number of cases has increased significantly. [reported: adjective]
claimed
Example
The suspect claimed that he was innocent. [claimed: verb]
Example
The company claimed that their product was the best on the market. [claimed: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Reported is more commonly used than claimed in news or journalism, while claimed is more commonly used in everyday conversation.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between reported and claimed?
Reported is more formal and objective, while claimed is more subjective and informal.
