allegation

UK /ˌæləˈɡeɪʃn/US /ˌæləˈɡeɪʃn/

Meaning

noun

a public statement that is made without giving proof, accusing somebody of doing something that is wrong or illegal

“to investigate/deny/withdraw an allegation”

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