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- DictionaryAl·le·ga·tion/ˌaləˈɡāSH(ə)n/
noun
- 1. a claim or assertion that someone has done something illegal or wrong, typically one made without proof: "after leaving he made allegations of corruption against the company"
ALLEGATION meaning: 1. a statement, made without giving proof, that someone has done something wrong or illegal: 2. a…. Learn more.
In the legal system, an allegation is a formal claim against someone. It sparks an investigation that leads to someone being proven innocent or found guilty. In everyday use, however, an allegation is what someone thinks, whether or not there is proof.
ALLEGATION definition: a statement that someone has done something wrong or illegal, made without proof that this is true: . Learn more.
/ˌæləˈɡeɪʃn/ a public statement that is made without giving proof, accusing somebody of doing something that is wrong or illegal synonym accusation. to investigate/deny/withdraw an allegation. allegation of something Several newspapers made allegations of corruption in the city's police department.
3 days ago · 1. the act of alleging; affirmation. 2. an assertion made with little or no proof. 3. an assertion made by a party in a legal proceeding, which the party then undertakes to prove. 4. a statement offered as a plea, excuse, or justification. SYNONYMS 1, 2. charge, accusation; claim, contention.
1. An assertion that someone has done something wrong, often without proof: Allegations of excessive drinking tarnished the CEO's reputation. 2. Law An assertion that someone has engaged in an unlawful act.
Allegation definition: An assertion that someone has done something wrong, often without proof.
