By name
Supposedly and by name are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Supposedly" instead an adverb phrase "By name".
Supposedly
Supposedly adverb - Believed or reputed to be the case.
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Synonyms for Supposedly
By name and supposedly are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "By name" instead an adverb "Supposedly".
Nearby Word: supposed
Mutual synonyms
Both terms in one sentence
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Ironically, zombies are mentioned by name in the first book; Quirrell supposedly got rid of one and received his turban as a reward.
Source: Not Using the "Z" Word -
We Used to Be Friends: The episode begins with Clara and the Doctor supposedly in this mode, and later Clara all but cites the trope by name in talking to Maisie.
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Slut-Shaming: Referred to by name, as Mandy being a big flirt and (supposedly) sleeping around is often a target for insults by Eve.
Source: Series / Last Man Standing
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