Is Putatively a Word?

Meaning of putatively in English
generally thought or claimed to be a certain way, although it may not be: Complaints will be reviewed by a putatively independent panel. The movie is a putatively heartwarming buddy comedy.

What does putatively mean?

1 : commonly accepted or supposed. 2 : assumed to exist or to have existed.

How do you use putative in a sentence?

Putative in a Sentence ?
  1. Even though there has not been a DNA test, everyone accepts Jason as the girl's putative father.
  2. The film's putative conclusion led me to believe the hero would return in a sequel.
  3. With Fat Tony in prison, Salvatore is now viewed as the putative boss of the mob.
Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

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Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.