allegedly

Definition

According to someone's allegation.

Etymology

From alleged + -ly.

Example Sentences

• "Near-synonyms: reportedly, reputedly, purportedly, putatively, rumoredly, supposedly, ostensibly, possibly, probably, likely, plausibly"
• "The suspect was allegedly involved in the robbery, but his alibi placed him in another state at the time."
• "An ATV-riding Texan was a massive problem to Tesla owners when he allegedly rammed his 4-wheeler into multiple cars during an unprovoked hit-and-run spree on Tuesday."