misallege

mɪsˈælɪdʒ

Definitions

1. verb

to falsely or improperly ascribe or attribute (something) to someone

“The journalist was accused of misalleging the company’s involvement in the scandal.”

2. noun

the act of falsely or improperly ascribing or attributing (something) to someone

“The court heard evidence of the witness’s misallegation against the defendant.”

Synonyms

  • misattribute
  • misstate

Antonyms

  • allege
  • attribute