adverb
Common
reportedly
rih-PAW-tihd-lee
Reportedly (adverb) means according to what has been reported, though not necessarily confirmed. Example: “The bakery is reportedly closing soon, but the owner has said nothing.”
adverb
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According to what has been reported, though not necessarily confirmed.
"The bakery is reportedly closing soon, but the owner has said nothing."
"The actor is reportedly in talks to join the sequel."
"Sales reportedly dropped sharply after the price hike, though the company hasn't confirmed figures."
How to use reportedly
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishUsed to flag that information comes from a report or rumor, not a verified fact.
When to use it
Common in journalism to distance the writer from an unverified claim.
Common pairings
reportedly said
reportedly plans to
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Rhymes for reportedly
wickedly
allegedly
hurriedly
decidedly
assuredly
excitedly
repeatedly
admittedly
supposedly
undoubtedly
unexpectedly
wholeheartedly
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Frequently asked questions
What does “reportedly” mean?
The word “reportedly” means according to what has been reported, though not necessarily confirmed. In plain terms, used to flag that information comes from a report or rumor, not a verified fact.
How do you pronounce “reportedly”?
“Reportedly” is pronounced rih-PAW-tihd-lee (/ɹɪˈpɔːtɪdli/ in IPA).
How do you use “reportedly” in a sentence?
Here is “reportedly” used in a sentence: “The actor is reportedly in talks to join the sequel.”
What part of speech is “reportedly”?
“Reportedly” is an adverb.
Is “reportedly” a common word?
“Reportedly” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between reportedly and allegedly?
Reportedly means according to what has been reported, signalling that information comes from reports that may not be confirmed. Allegedly specifically flags a claim that is asserted but not proven, usually in the context of wrongdoing, so allegedly carries a stronger sense of an unproven accusation.
When should you use reportedly instead of apparently?
Use reportedly when the information comes from external reports or sources rather than your own observation, as in 'the deal reportedly collapsed.' Use apparently when something seems true based on visible evidence or general impression, so reportedly attributes the claim to others while apparently reflects how things appear.
Where does reportedly go in a sentence?
Reportedly usually sits before the main verb, as in 'he reportedly resigned,' or before a passive verb, as in 'she was reportedly injured.' It can also open a clause, as in 'reportedly, talks are ongoing,' to signal the whole statement is second-hand.
Does reportedly mean something is true?
No. Reportedly signals that a claim has been stated in reports but has not necessarily been confirmed. Writers use it to pass on information while making clear they are not vouching for its accuracy.
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