allegation

Meanings

• Noun

  A claim or assertion that something is true, particularly one making a serious accusation.

  - "The allegation of fraud was later proven to be false."
  - "The defendant made an allegation of assault against the victim."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˌæl.əˈɡeɪ.ʃən/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

accusation , assertion , censure , charge , crimination , impeachment

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with allegation
revelation , devotion , station , nation , vacation

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Homophones

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1. allegation (English) : Noun: A claim or assertion that something is true
   

2. allegation (Scots Law) : A formal written statement of a claim made in a court of law
   

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Variants

List of all variants of allegation that leads to same result
allegation , allegations

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Etymology

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From Old French 'allegier' meaning 'to remove' or 'to clear'. An allegation is a statement that clears the way for further discussion or legal proceedings.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'allegation' is derived from the Latin word 'legare', meaning 'to bind'.

2. In the legal context, an allegation is often contained in a pleading, such as a complaint or an answer.

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Related Concepts

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1. accusation: An allegation that is supported by evidence and made with the intention of bringing someone to trial.

2. claim: A statement or demand that something is due or belongs to someone, often supported by evidence.

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Culture

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In literature, allegations can be used to drive the plot forward and create suspense or tension. In art, allegorical paintings can represent abstract concepts or moral lessons. In music, songs can contain allegorical lyrics that tell a story or convey a deeper meaning.

How to Memorize "allegation"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a scale being tipped in favor of an allegation, representing the weight of evidence supporting it.

2. associate
   

   - Think of the word 'allegation' as a starting point for a story or investigation.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the acronym A-L-L-E-G-A-T-I-O-N: Assertion, Law, Legal, Evidence, Gather, Assert, Test, Information, Opinion, Notification.

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