allegations

NOUN

assertion placing blame

Synonyms

STRONGEST

accusation charge claim plea statement

STRONG

affirmation avowal declaration deposition profession

WEAK

asservation overment

Antonyms

STRONGEST

exculpation

STRONG

denial

Example Sentences

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Industry representatives say lawyers encourage homeowners to pursue dubious allegations.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

The charges are thought to relate to allegations first made in 2018 by German media outlet Der Spiegel, which published leaked internal City emails.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

None of the women we have spoken to have reported their allegations to the police.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

Altman, fired by OpenAI's board in November 2023 for a lack of candor before being reinstated under employee pressure, emerged with allegations of manipulation and a toxic work culture unresolved.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

He had many important and respected friends, and even President Truman expressed disbelief at the allegations.

From "Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia" by Marc Favreau