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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SpaceX has already filed confidentially with the SEC and is reportedly expected to launch its roadshow in mid-June for an IPO that could value the company in the trillions of dollars. Ashley Capoot, CNBC, 2 May 2026 The couple reportedly have a home in New York City, where the party could be held. Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 2 May 2026 Firefighters reportedly deployed hand lines and began an offensive attack, working for almost an hour before extinguishing the fire. Briauna Brown, CBS News, 1 May 2026 The Department of Homeland Security also reportedly placed a hold on his bond. Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 1 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for reportedly

Word History

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.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reportedly. Accessed 3 May. 2026.

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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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