Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

accusal

noun
/əˈkjuː.zəl/
Definition
A statement or claim that someone has done something wrong or illegal.
Examples
  • The accusal of the politician led to a public outcry.
  • Her accusal was based on evidence presented during the trial.
  • The accusal of fraud was a serious charge.
Meaning
Accusal refers to the act of accusing someone of a wrongdoing or of being guilty of an offense.
Synonyms
  • allegation
  • charge
  • claim
  • indictment
  • complaint