allegations Definition
a claim or assertion that someone has done something illegal or wrong, typically one made without proof.
Using allegations: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "allegations" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The allegations of fraud against the company were investigated by the authorities.
Example
He denied the allegations of sexual harassment made against him.
Example
The newspaper published allegations of corruption in the government.
allegations Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for allegations
Phrases with allegations
a claim or assertion that is untrue or unfounded
Example
He was cleared of the false allegations made against him.
a claim or assertion that lacks evidence or proof
Example
The accusations were dismissed as unsubstantiated allegations.
a claim or assertion that is significant or weighty in nature
Example
The company faced serious allegations of environmental pollution.
Origins of allegations
from Latin 'allegatio', meaning 'a sending off'
Summary: allegations in Brief
'Allegations' [ˌæləˈɡeɪʃənz] refer to claims or assertions that someone has done something illegal or wrong, often made without proof. Examples include 'The allegations of fraud against the company were investigated by the authorities.' and 'He denied the allegations of sexual harassment made against him.' 'Allegations' can be qualified by adjectives like 'false,' 'unsubstantiated,' and 'serious.'
