allegation

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Learn the meaning of allegation with synonyms, antonyms and an example sentence. Part of our 11 plus vocabulary list used for selective school and grammar school preparation.

allegation

(noun)

Meaning

a claim made without proof

Example

"The allegation against the politician sparked widespread controversy."

Synonyms

accusationassertionclaim

Antonyms

denialdefense

More about this word

Word origin
From Latin 'allegatio', meaning to declare or assert.
Related word forms
  • noun: allegator