0 that has been stated to be true or to have happened, although this may not be the case:
A recent study into the purported health benefits of the drink was not conclusive.
1 claimed but not proved to be true:
[ + to infinitive ] The new brand of potato chips is purported to be lower in cholesterol, fat, and calories.
NOVÉ SLOVÁ
European
May 10, 2021
SLOVO DŇA
Shimmer
purported