supposedly
Pronunciation: /səˈpəʊ̯.zɪd.li/
The English word “supposedly” has 2 meanings listed here.
adverb
- As a matter of supposition; in the beliefs or according to the claims of some people.
- Used in place of "supposed to be," often in informal or colloquial speech, as a mispronunciation.
Etymology
From supposed + -ly.
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