Definition and Synonyms for Accusation

Definition of Accusation

1. A formal charge of wrongdoing brought against a person; the act of imputing blame or guilt Noun
2. An assertion that someone is guilty of a fault or offence Noun

Synonyms for word "accusation"

Semanticaly linked words with "accusation"

Hyponims for word "accusation"

Lexical Analysis for "accusation"

accusatorial
Adjective
derivation
2
1. specifically indicating a form of prosecution in which one is publicly accused of and tried for a crime and in which the judge is not also the prosecutor
2. specifically indicating a form of prosecution in which one is publicly accused of and tried for a crime and in which the judge is not also the prosecutor
accuse
Verb
derivation
2
1. blame for, make a claim of wrongdoing or misbehavior against
2. bring an accusation against; level a charge against

Words Rhyme with accusation

Etymology for accusation

etymology counteraccusation
etymology preaccusation
etymologically related accuse
etymologically related j'accuse
is derived from accusations