Allegation

An assertion without proof, often disputed or unproven.

claim assertion

An allegation is an assertion without proof, often one that is disputed or unproven. It can also refer to a formal accusation.

/əˈlɪɡeɪʃən/

From Old French 'allegacion', from Late Latin 'allegatio' (an appealing to), from 'ad- + legare (to send, assign).

accusation charge statement

assertion claim

accusation charge complaint

legal proceeding investigation

legal concept