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Allegedly Meaning in English

word · lemma: allege

/əˈɫɛdʒədɫi/
uh-LEJ-id-lee
/ɐlˈɛdʒɪdli/
uh-LEJ-id-lee

释义

Used to indicate that something is claimed to be true, but has not been proven or confirmed.

用法与细微差别

Commonly used in news reports, formal writing, and legal contexts. Suggests distance from or doubt about the claim. Typical at the start or middle of a sentence: 'He allegedly stole the car'. Not used for facts; only with unproven or disputed claims.

例句

He allegedly broke the window last night.

basic

The allegedly stolen car was found by police.

basic

She was allegedly involved in the incident.

basic

The mayor allegedly took bribes, but nothing is proven yet.

natural

These pills are allegedly effective, but I’m not sure I believe it.

natural

"He was allegedly seen leaving the building," said the witness.

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