allegation

Plural: allegations

Noun

• (law) a formal accusation against somebody (often in a court of law)
  • "an allegation of malpractice"
• statements affirming or denying certain matters of fact that you are prepared to prove
• An assertion, especially an accusation, not necessarily based on facts.
• The act of alleging.

Examples

• She put forth several allegations regarding her partner in hopes of discrediting his actions.

Synonyms

allegement, accusation, assertion, censure, charge, crimination, impeachment

Related Words

allegator, allege