Allegation
/ˌælɪˈɡeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A claim or assertion that someone has done something illegal or wrong, typically without proof.
The plaintiff made an allegation of fraud against the defendant.
Forms
- allegations
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Commentary
Allegations are statements requiring proof; they do not establish guilt on their own.
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