allege

/əˈleɪdʒ/

Definitions

1. verb

to state as a fact, especially in a court of law, that something is true

“The lawyer alleged that the company was responsible for the accident.”

2. verb

to claim or state that something is the case, without proof

“She alleged that she was at home at the time of the crime.”

3. noun

a statement or claim made, especially in a court of law

“The allegation of misconduct was made by the former employee.”

Synonyms

  • assert
  • claim
  • state

Antonyms

  • deny
  • refute