ACCUSATION Synonyms: 21 Similar and Opposite Words

accusation

noun

Definition of accusation

as in allegation

a claim that someone has done something wrong or illegal; a charge that someone has committed a fault or crime Investigators have leveled accusations of corruption against a group of former officials. The police are investigating serious accusations of wrongdoing.

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Recent Examples of accusation Casa Bonita did not respond to CNN’s questions regarding the specific accusations being made by performers. — Vanessa Yurkevich, CNN Money, 5 July 2026 Speaking with Le Monde, Costa has categorically denied the accusations. — News Desk, Artforum, 2 July 2026 Historians and political opponents say the timing carries powerful symbolism, an accusation the AfD rejects. — ABC News, 4 July 2026 Rodríguez rejected those accusations, insisting authorities mobilized immediately. — Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 3 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for accusation

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Talk of consumer protection could be a result of recent allegations against Miller, who joined ESPN in 2021.

— Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 3 July 2026
Her remarks come amid mounting allegations that military restrictions slowed aid deliveries and prevented civilians—and in some cases rescue crews—from getting to critical areas during the early phase of the emergency.

— Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 3 July 2026

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Following an inspection in March, the city issued a formal notice of condemnation and order to vacate, as only about 17% of the rooms inspected passed.

— Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 2 July 2026
The admission drew immediate condemnation from Democratic lawmakers.

— Ana Ceballos Follow, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026

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