Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Allegation.
How to pronounce allegation:
US
Allegation - as a noun
(law) a formal accusation against somebody (often in a court of law)
Example: "An allegation of malpractice"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
accusalaccusationHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Statements affirming or denying certain matters of fact that you are prepared to prove
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
allegementHypernyms (Closely Related)
claimHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The police are investigating the allegation of fraud against the company."
"She made a serious allegation of misconduct against her co-worker."
"The politician denied the allegations of corruption."
"The article contained several damaging allegations about the celebrity."
"The lawyer presented strong evidence to support his allegation."
Word Game Points
Is ALLEGATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, allegation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ALLEGATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is ALLEGATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, allegation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordALLEGATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is ALLEGATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, allegation is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordALLEGATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.