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accusation

/əˈkjuːzɪˌkeɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does accusation mean?

noun

A statement that someone has done something wrong or illegal, often made in a formal way, such as in a court of law. A charge or claim that someone has committed a crime or done something wrong.

Example

"The police made an accusation against the suspect, but he denied it."

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