
Supposedly
Uncertainty
Use 'supposedly' when something is widely accepted but lacking solid proof.

Tom is supposedly a great singer, but I've never heard him.
Common Belief
It suggests what is generally believed to be the case, even if it's not verified.

Dinosaurs are supposedly ancestors of birds.
Hearsay Usage
Often used to report information heard from others, not first-hand knowledge.

She's supposedly moved to a new city, according to rumors.
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