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The allegation surprised the class.
What does Allegation mean?
An allegation is a claim of wrongdoing that has not been proven.
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A claim that someone did something wrong, usually before it has been proven.
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A serious allegation should be checked carefully.
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The article reminded readers that an allegation is not the same as proof.
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What is an allegation?
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MeaningAllegation means An allegation is a claim of wrongdoing that has not been proven.
ExampleExample: The allegation surprised the class.
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- shun
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Synonyms
Words like Allegation
claimUse for something someone says is true.
accusationUse for a claim that someone did something wrong.
Antonyms
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proofUse for evidence showing something is true.
denialUse when someone says a claim is not true.
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Allegation word family
Base word
allegation
noun
allegations
More than one claim of wrongdoing.
verb
allege
To claim something is true before it is proven.
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