putative in a sentence

Definition

Putative: generally accepted or supposed; assumed to be true or real, often without conclusive evidence.

The putative founder of the organization was never officially recognized.
Many scientists are investigating the putative link between diet and mental health.
In legal terms, the putative father must establish paternity to gain rights.
The putative benefits of the new policy were met with skepticism by experts.
Despite the putative evidence, the jury remained unconvinced of his guilt.