Dictionary entryCEFR C1adverb

allegedly

IPA pronunciation: /əˈledʒɪdli/

Listen to the pronunciation

Russian meaning

якобы, по утверждению

English definition

Used to say that something is claimed to be true but has not been proven.

Example

He allegedly stole the money, but the evidence is still being reviewed.

Collocations

allegedly committed
allegedly involved
allegedly responsible

This is learning content written for DET preparation, not an official dictionary entry. Check a current dictionary or the institution's policy when precision matters.

Explore the dictionary

Definitions, IPA, Russian meanings, examples and collocations.

All words Practice