ALLEGATION Meaning and
Definition
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An allegation is a formal statement or claim made by an individual or group asserting that someone has engaged in a particular action, generally illegal or unethical. It is an assertion that an act has taken place but has not yet been proven or verified. Allegations are often accompanied by the expectation that evidence will be presented to support or refute the claim.
Allegations are typically made in relation to a wide variety of contexts, including legal or criminal cases, workplace disputes, personal relationships, or public controversies. The purpose of an allegation is to draw attention to potential wrongdoing and initiate an inquiry or investigation into the matter.
While an allegation is an assertion of wrongdoing, it should be distinguished from a proven fact or a conviction. It constitutes a formal claim that requires investigation, scrutiny, and evaluation of available evidence to determine its truthfulness. The outcome of such investigations can lead to the substantiation, rescission, or refutation of the allegation.
The term "allegation" implies that the truth or falsehood of the claim has not yet been established. It is essential that allegations are approached with fairness, impartiality, and a presumption of innocence until proven guilty. Due process, legal procedures, and ethical considerations must be observed to ensure that allegations are examined thoroughly and fairly before any conclusive judgment is reached.
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Something offered as a plea or an excuse; an affirmation; an assertion.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of ALLEGATION
The word "allegation" originated from the Latin word "allegatio", which is derived from the verb "allegare". In Latin, "allegare" combines "ad-" (meaning "to") and "legare" (meaning "to send" or "to depute"). Therefore, "allegatio" could be roughly translated as "sending or handing over for investigation or consideration". Over time, the meaning of the word evolved to specifically refer to the act of making a claim or accusation, which is how it is commonly understood today.
Similar spelling words for ALLEGATION
- elocution,
- alsatia,
- post-election,
- Elocation,
- Non-election,
- alley cat,
- asset-allocation,
- allocation,
- counter-allegation,
- Re-election,
- general-election,
- bye-election,
- allocution,
- Illiquation,
- election-cry,
- election-day,
- Eliquation,
- election.com,
- alectis,
- election-year,
- election-rigging,
- re-allocation,
- Illaqueation,
- by-election,
- alsatian,
- sub-allocation,
- Pre-election,
- illocution,
- election-night,
- Alligation,
- election,
- election-related.
