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PURPORTED

(noun, verb, adj.)

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There are 7 meanings of the word Purported.

How to pronounce purported:

UK

Purported - as a noun

The intended meaning of a communication

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
intent6spirit8

The pervading meaning or tenor

Example: "Caught the general drift of the conversation"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
drift9

Purported - as a verb

Have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming

Example: "The letter purports to express people's opinion"

Propose or intend

Example: "I aim to arrive at noon"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
aim5propose11purpose11

Purported - as an adjective

Supposed, or assumed to be.

Normally assumed to be.

Said by some people to be real or true or to have happened, although this may not be so

Example Sentences

"The police are investigating the purported theft of the valuable artwork."
"He presented a purported passport as proof of his identity."
"The company advertised a purported miracle cure for baldness."
"The internet is full of purported health tips, but not all of them are reliable."
"She received a letter from a purported psychic claiming to predict her future."
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Word Game Points

Is PURPORTED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, purported is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PURPORTED has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is PURPORTED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, purported is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PURPORTED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is PURPORTED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, purported is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PURPORTED has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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