allegate

/ˈæl.ɪ.geɪ, -ˌleɪ/ or /ˈæl.ɪ.geɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to state or claim that something is true, especially without proof

“She alleged that the company was responsible for the accident.”

2. verb

to attribute or impute something to someone

“The news alleged that the politician was involved in a scandal.”

3. noun

a statement or claim, especially one that is not proved

“The court threw out the allegation of misconduct.”

Synonyms

  • assert
  • claim
  • declare

Antonyms

  • deny
  • refute