Supposedly vs. Supposingly — What's the Difference?
Difference Between Supposedly and Supposingly
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Supposedly
(also sə-pōzĭd) Presumed to be true or real without conclusive evidence
A supposed spy.
The supposed decline of culture.
Supposingly
(nonstandard) supposedly
Supposedly
(also sə-pōst) Intended
Medication that is supposed to relieve pain.
Supposedly
Required
He is supposed to go to the store.
Supposedly
Permitted
We are not supposed to smoke here.
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Supposedly
Firmly believed; expected
You're supposed to be my friend.
Supposedly
As a matter of supposition; in the beliefs or according to the claims of some people.
People from other planets have supposedly visited Earth in flying saucers.
According to your testimony, you were supposedly at home watching TV when the murder occurred.
Supposedly
Believed or reputed to be the case
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