allegation
/ˌæl.ɪˈgeɪʃən/Definitions
1. noun
a statement that something is true, especially one that is made without proof
“The police are investigating the politician’s allegations about the financial scandal.”
2. noun
the act of making a formal accusation or complaint
“The company’s lawyers are defending against the allegations of negligence.”
3. noun
the process of making a claim or accusation, typically in a legal or official context
“The investigation into the allegations of corruption has been ongoing for months.”
4. verb
to make a claim or accusation, typically in a formal or official way
“The whistleblower alleged that the company was involved in illegal activities.”