Meaning of Allegation | Babel Free
ˌæl.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃənDefinitions
- An assertion, especially an accusation, not necessarily based on facts.
- The act of alleging.
Equivalents
Examples
“She put forth several allegations regarding her partner in hopes of discrediting his actions.”
“A spokesman for Lothian and Borders Police said: "We can confirm that a 15-year-old boy has been arrested and charged in connection with the murder of Jodi Jones. A 45-year-old has also been arrested in connection with allegations of attempting to pervert the course of justice. A report on this has been sent to the procurator fiscal."”
“Philip Miles, defending, said: "This was a single instance, there was no allegation of continuing behaviour over a long period of time."”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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