Purportedly vs. Reportedly — What's the Difference?
Difference Between Purportedly and Reportedly
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Purportedly
Assumed to be such; supposed
The purported author of the story.
Reportedly
By report; supposedly.
Purportedly
Allegedly, ostensibly, supposedly, putatively, or reputedly
Reportedly
According to reports or rumors; supposedly.
Purportedly
Believed or reputed to be the case
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Reportedly
According to reports or other information;
She was reportedly his mistress for many years
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