reportedly

adverb

re·​port·​ed·​ly ri-ˈpȯr-təd-lē How to pronounce reportedly (audio)
Synonyms of reportedlynext
: according to report

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Already bondholders are reportedly negotiating a bankruptcy and restructuring that could wipe out remaining equity and convertible bonds. — Christopher Helman, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025 Back in February, they were also reportedly seen engaging in a night out in London (the day before Valentine’s Day, no less). — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 17 Mar. 2025 Daily Mail reportedly spoke to a doctor from Cloudberry who confirmed Betsy contacted their office on Feb. 12. — Chris Barilla, People.com, 17 Mar. 2025 The former couple was previously locked in a custody battle over their children, which the pair reportedly settled in Texas court in August 2024, according to Business Insider. — Edward Segarra, USA TODAY, 17 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for reportedly

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First Known Use

1850, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of reportedly was in 1850

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reportedly

adverb
re·​port·​ed·​ly ri-ˈpōrt-əd-lē How to pronounce reportedly (audio)
-ˈpȯrt-
: according to report

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