Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
accusation
noun
/ˌæk.jʊˈzeɪ.ʃən/
Definition
A claim that someone has done something wrong or illegal.
Examples
- She made an accusation that he had stolen her money.
- The accusation of fraud was taken very seriously by the company.
- He faced an accusation of misconduct at work.
Meaning
An accusation is when someone says that another person has committed a mistake or a crime. It suggests blame and points to a fault or wrongdoing.
Synonyms
- charge
- claim
- allegation
- blame
- indictment
