Definitions

1. noun

A statement that someone has done something wrong or unlawful.

“The police officer faced a barrage of accusations during the trial.”

2. verb

To accuse someone of doing something wrong or unlawful.

“She accused him of cheating on the exam.”

3. noun

The act of accusing someone of doing something wrong or unlawful.

“The accusation was made in the media, causing a public outcry.”