allegedly
//əˈlɛdʒ.ɪd.li//
Definitions
1.According to allegation(s); supposedly, reportedly.
- Philip Rivers is allegedly having the best season of any quarterback in the league.
- The suspect was allegedly involved in the robbery, but his alibi placed him in another state at the time.
- The game is allegedly exciting.
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English alleged
Middle English -ly
English -ly
English allegedly
From alleged + -ly.