allege
verb C1
Plain meaning
claim that something is true, usually without proof yet
Exam-register meaning
In academic or exam writing, this is used to discuss claim that something is true, usually without proof yet in a more precise way.
In context
naturalThe team tried to allege misconduct before the deadline.
examThe passage suggests that institutions may need to allege misconduct in order to improve long-term outcomes.
Common collocations
allege misconductallegedly involvedallegation of fraud
Watch out
Do not pair it with a random object. Learn the full pattern, e.g., “allege misconduct”. Also avoid confusing it with “claim”.