accusations

NOUN

charge of wrongdoing, fault

Synonyms

STRONGEST

allegation complaint denunciation impeachment indictment recrimination

STRONG

arraignment attribution beef blast censure citation dido gripe imputation incrimination insinuation roar rumble slur squawk stink

WEAK

bum rap exposé

Antonyms

STRONGEST

approval commendation praise

STRONG

compliment flattery

WEAK

exculpation

Example Sentences

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Accusations that Mandelson, as a government minister, leaked information to Epstein came after the US Department of Justice released a tranche of documents including emails to and from the US financier.

From BBC • Feb. 6, 2026

Accusations of embezzlement from the energy industry at a time of relentless attacks and widespread power shortages have stoked fresh public anger.

From Barron's • Nov. 11, 2025

Accusations of bad taste also dogged Teddy Roosevelt, who mounted the heads of a moose, bison, and bear in the state dining room.

From Slate • Aug. 5, 2025

Accusations and investigations often targeted personal beliefs rather than actions, leading to widespread firings, blacklisting and surveillance.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2025

"Accusations are being leveled both ways," I answer.

From "How It Went Down" by Kekla Magoon