allegation
noun
- statement of a fact in a pleading, that will be attempted to be proven
- say without proof
Wiktionary
Pronunciation: /ˌæl.ɪˈɡeɪ.ʃən/ / /ˌæl.əˈɡeɪ.ʃən/ / /ˌæl.ɪˈɡæɪ.ʃən/
noun
Etymology: Borrowed from Middle French allégation, from Latin allegatio, from allegare. By surface analysis, allege + -ation, see allege.
- An assertion, especially an accusation, not necessarily based on facts.
“She put forth several allegations regarding her partner in hopes of discrediting his actions.”
“A spokesman for Lothian and Borders Police said: "We can confirm that a 15-year-old boy has been arrested and charged in connection with the murder of Jodi Jones. A 45-year-old has also been arrested in connection with allegations of attempting to pervert the course of justice. A report on this has been sent to the procurator fiscal."”
- The act of alleging.