Definition

In a way that is openly declared or stated, often without proof or evidence; claiming something to be true.

Example

She professedly supports the charity, but her actions suggest otherwise.

Conversation

I heard he professedly loves hiking, but I’ve never seen him on a trail.

Really? That’s surprising, considering how much he talks about it.

Yeah, it makes me wonder if he’s just saying it for attention.

Maybe, but who knows? Some people just like the idea of it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Professedly → It is formed from "profess" (from Latin "profiteri", meaning to declare openly) and "-edly" (a suffix used to form adverbs). The word "professedly" means in a manner that is openly declared or stated.

Memory Tip

Think of someone openly declaring something ('profess') and the '-edly' indicating the manner of doing so. This helps you remember that 'professedly' means to do something in an openly declared way.

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