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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The Times reached out to the companies named in the lawsuit, but only Walmart responded, saying it would address the accusations in court.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2026

The RSF has not commented on the Amnesty report but has denied previous such accusations.

From BBC • Jul. 1, 2026

Guo Wengui, who made his fortune in real estate, moved to the United States in 2015, fleeing China, where he was targeted by an Interpol red notice for financial fraud -- accusations he denies.

From Barron's • Jun. 30, 2026

Such footage is now a routine part of criminal investigations, and has been used to defend both officers and victims from accusations of wrongdoing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 28, 2026

It was not a matter about which you could make accusations lightly.

From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White