Meaning of the word reputedly in English

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reputedly

US /rɪˈpjuː.t̬ɪd.li/
UK /rɪˈpjuː.t̬ɪd.li/
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Adverb

1.

according to what is generally said or believed; by reputation

Example:
He is reputedly the best doctor in the city.
The treasure is reputedly hidden somewhere in these mountains.
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