allegedly

Definitions

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

According to what has been asserted or reported, often implying doubt or a lack of evidence.

Examples

The suspect allegedly stole the diamond necklace from the museum last night.

The company allegedly misled investors about its financial performance for several years.

He was allegedly seen leaving the scene of the crime shortly after the alarm sounded.

Synonyms

reportedly supposedly reputedly ostensibly purportedly professedly apparently

Antonyms

certainly definitely undoubtedly proven verified confirmed factually