Reportedly vs. Allegedly

Reportedly and Allegedly Definitions

By report; supposedly.

Represented as existing or as being as described but not so proved; supposed

An alleged conspiracy.

An alleged traitor.

An alleged victim of a crime.

According to reports or rumors; supposedly.

According to someone's allegation.

The suspect was allegedly involved in the robbery, but his alibi placed him in another state at the time.

According to reports or other information;

She was reportedly his mistress for many years

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

The game is allegedly exciting.

According to what has been alleged;

He was on trial for allegedly murdering his wife