Synonyms for

Allegedly

Verb / ʌˈledʒʌdli: / Another word for allegedly — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

used to convey that something is claimed to be the case or have taken place, although there is no proof.

Synonyms & similar words

supposedly apparently purportedly reportedly ostensibly presumably supposed claimed rumored said declared professed avowed pronounced asserted affirmed avowedly ostensive avowedly avouchedly

Synonyms by register

Formal

purportedly reportedly ostensibly supposedly

Informal

supposedly they say I guess apparently

Literary

as reported on hearsay

Antonyms

proven confirmed verified established certain undisputed attested

Common collocations

  • allegedly responsible
  • allegedly involved
  • allegedly committed
  • allegedly stated
  • allegedly true
  • allegedly stolen
  • allegedly assaulted

Word family

adverb allegedly

Usage note

Allegedly is an adverb used to indicate that something is claimed to be the case or have taken place, although there is no proof. It is often used in legal contexts to avoid making a definitive statement of fact.

Example sentences

  1. The cat allegedly caught the mouse, but we didn't see it happen.
  2. He allegedly cheated on the test, but there wasn't any proof.
  3. The car allegedly hit the pedestrian, but there were no witnesses.
  4. She allegedly took the money from the cash register, but there was no video footage.
  5. The suspect allegedly stole the necklace from the jewelry store, but it hasn't been found.

Quotes

  • 'The rumor of his death is greatly exaggerated,' as Mark Twain allegedly said. - John Green
  • 'The only way to deal with fear is to face it head-on,' as allegedly said by James Dyson.
  • 'The best things in life are free. The second best are very expensive,' as allegedly said by Coco Chanel.

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