Synonyms for

Allege

Verb / ʌˈledʒ / Another word for allege — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to claim or assert something without proof or confirmation

Synonyms & similar words

aver say claim assert declare maintain state contend aver avow profess suggest imply insinuate accuse charge impute ascribe attribute lay assign blame

Example sentences

  1. The detective alleged that the suspect was hiding something.
  2. He alleged that he had seen a UFO last night.
  3. She is alleged to have stolen the jewelry from the store.
  4. The newspaper alleged that the politician had accepted bribes.
  5. The witness alleged that she saw the defendant at the scene of the crime.

Quotes

  • The man who alleges that he is a liar is also a liar.
  • It's not what you know that hurts you, it's what you think you know that just ain't so.
  • I cannot allege that I am young.

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