Supposedly

usgb/səˈpəʊzɪdli/Volume
Left Definition 1 of 2Right
LampPro Tip 1/3
UncertaintyPlay
Use 'supposedly' when something is widely accepted but lacking solid proof. SlideTom is supposedly a great singer, but I've never heard him.
LampPro Tip 2/3
Common BeliefPlay
It suggests what is generally believed to be the case, even if it's not verified. SlideDinosaurs are supposedly ancestors of birds.
LampPro Tip 3/3
Hearsay UsagePlay
Often used to report information heard from others, not first-hand knowledge. SlideShe's supposedly moved to a new city, according to rumors.