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Allegation

A-luh-GAY-shuhn

/ˌælʌˈɡeɪʃʌn/

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allegation

Dictionary meaning

Statements affirming or denying certain matters of fact that you are prepared to prove.

Examples

  • An allegation of malpractice.

Synonyms: allegement

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