adj

reputed

rih-PYOO-tihd

adj

Generally believed or said to be, though not necessarily confirmed.

"The reputed leader of the gang was never actually charged."

"It is the reputed birthplace of the composer, though records are unclear."

How to Use Reputed

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishWidely believed to be true, but not officially proven.

Common mistake

Doesn't mean "having a good reputation" — a "reputed criminal" just means someone said to be a criminal, not a well-regarded one.

Easily confused with

reputable →

Common pairings

reputed to be the reputed author

more reputed comparative, most reputed superlative

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The _____ leader of the gang was never actually charged.

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