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purported

Purported (adj) means Supposed, or assumed to be.

adj
1
Supposed, or assumed to be.
2
Normally assumed to be.
3
Said or claimed by some individuals to be real or true or to have happened, although this may not be the case.
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Etymology

From purport + -ed.

Rhymes for purported

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of purported?

"purported" (adj) means supposed, or assumed to be.

What are the different meanings of purported?

"purported" has 3 main meanings: 1. Supposed, or assumed to be; 2. Normally assumed to be; 3. Said or claimed by some individuals to be real or true or to have happened, although this may not be the case.

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