Definition of "allegedly" in English

adverb

1. According to someone's allegation.

   • Near-synonyms: reportedly, reputedly, purportedly, putatively, rumoredly, supposedly, ostensibly, possibly, probably, likely, plausibly
   • The suspect was allegedly involved in the robbery, but his alibi placed him in another state at the time.

2. According to someone's conspicuous impressions (which could subsequently be alleged).

   • The game is allegedly exciting.