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alleged

Pronunciation: [əˈlɛdʒd]

Word

Learn how to use alleged in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “law”

(adjective) when something is claimed or stated to be true but has not yet been proven. It's like saying someone did something wrong, but we don’t have all the facts yet.

Example

The alleged thief was apprehended by the police after a chase.

Example

She was not the alleged culprit; it turned out the evidence did not support that claim.

Example

What charges were brought against the alleged offender?

Context: “reporting”

(verb) to state that something is true, often without proof or clear evidence. For example, when news reports say a person did something, they are often relying on what others claim.

Example

The reporter alleged that the company was involved in unfair practices.

Example

The accusation was not alleged by anyone; it was completely false.

Example

Did the witness allege anything important during the trial?

How to pronounce alleged

Pronunciation: [əˈlɛdʒd]

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