This is the 11214th most frequent French word.
prétendus
"Prétendus" means "supposed" or "alleged" in English.
Here, "prétendus" serves as an adjective to qualify "experts," implying doubt on their expertise.
Les prétendus experts ont échoué à résoudre le problème.
The so-called experts failed to solve the problem.
In this instance, "prétendus" defines "faits," casting uncertainty on their veracity.
Elle ne croyait pas les prétendus faits mentionnés dans le rapport.
She did not believe the alleged facts mentioned in the report.
Used here, "prétendus" describes "bénéfices," indicating skepticism toward the benefits' existence.