supposedly
/səˈpəʊzɪdli/ · /səˈpoʊzɪdli/
CEFR level B2Topic ThinkingWord #3721 in the learning path
据说；据信
Definitions
adv. according to what people say, though it may be untrue
据说；据信
Example
This shortcut is supposedly quicker, but we keep getting lost.
据说这条近路更快，可我们一直迷路。
Some supposedly environmentally friendly products still require substantial energy to manufacture and transport to consumers.
一些号称环保的产品在生产和运送到消费者手中的过程中，仍需消耗大量能源。
Collocations
- supposedly true
- supposedly harmless
- supposedly independent
Word family
- suppose (v.)
- supposed (adj.)
- supposition (n.)
Synonyms
- allegedly
- reportedly
Usage tip
常暗示对说法存疑，不表示自己凭空想象。
FAQ
- What does supposedly mean?
- according to what people say, though it may be untrue
- How is supposedly pronounced?
- UK /səˈpəʊzɪdli/, US /səˈpoʊzɪdli/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
