B2 noun Neutre

accusation

/ˌæk.juˈzeɪ.ʃən/

A formal or informal charge claiming that someone has done something illegal, wrong, or immoral. It typically involves stating that a specific person is responsible for a negative action or crime.

Exemples

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1

He made a serious accusation against his neighbor regarding the stolen bicycle.

He made a serious accusation against his neighbor regarding the stolen bicycle.

2

The prosecution presented a formal accusation of fraud against the former CEO.

The prosecution presented a formal accusation of fraud against the former CEO.

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Stop throwing around accusations just because you are frustrated with the situation!

Stop throwing around accusations just because you are frustrated with the situation!

Famille de mots

Nom
accusation
Verb
accuse
Adverbe
accusingly
Adjectif
accusatory
Apparenté
accuser
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Astuce mémo

Think of the word 'Cause'. When you make an accusation, you are claiming that a person is the 'cause' of a problem or crime.

Quiz rapide

The politician vehemently denied the ______ of corruption brought against him.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : accusation

Exemples

1

He made a serious accusation against his neighbor regarding the stolen bicycle.

everyday

He made a serious accusation against his neighbor regarding the stolen bicycle.

2

The prosecution presented a formal accusation of fraud against the former CEO.

formal

The prosecution presented a formal accusation of fraud against the former CEO.

3

Stop throwing around accusations just because you are frustrated with the situation!

informal

Stop throwing around accusations just because you are frustrated with the situation!

4

The study analyzes how the accusation of witchcraft influenced social dynamics in the 17th century.

academic

The study analyzes how the accusation of witchcraft influenced social dynamics in the 17th century.

5

The company issued a press release to address the accusation of unfair trade practices.

business

The company issued a press release to address the accusation of unfair trade practices.

Famille de mots

Nom
accusation
Verb
accuse
Adverbe
accusingly
Adjectif
accusatory
Apparenté
accuser

Collocations courantes

make an accusation to claim someone did something wrong
false accusation an untrue claim of wrongdoing
deny an accusation to say a claim is not true
face an accusation to be the target of a claim
level an accusation to aim a formal charge at someone

Phrases Courantes

hurl accusations

to make many angry or aggressive claims against someone

point the finger

to accuse someone of being responsible for something bad

under accusation

being the person who is currently being accused

Souvent confondu avec

accusation vs allegation

An allegation is a claim that hasn't been proven yet, while an accusation is the act of charging someone with a crime or error.

accusation vs indictment

An indictment is a formal legal document for a serious crime, whereas an accusation can be informal.

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Notes d'usage

The noun 'accusation' is frequently followed by the preposition 'of' (to describe the act) or 'against' (to describe the target). It is a countable noun.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often use 'accusation for' instead of 'accusation of'. For example, say 'an accusation of theft' rather than 'an accusation for theft'.

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Astuce mémo

Think of the word 'Cause'. When you make an accusation, you are claiming that a person is the 'cause' of a problem or crime.

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Origine du mot

Derived from the Latin 'accusare', meaning 'to call to account' or 'to bring to trial'.

Modèles grammaticaux

Countable noun: an accusation / many accusations Commonly follows verbs like: make, deny, retract, or level
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Contexte culturel

In Western legal systems, the principle of 'presumption of innocence' means an accusation is not proof of guilt until evidence is provided in court.

Quiz rapide

The politician vehemently denied the ______ of corruption brought against him.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : accusation

Mots lis

proceed

C1

The noun form, typically used in the plural 'proceeds,' refers to the total amount of money received from a particular event, sale, or activity. It is a formal term used in academic, legal, and business contexts to describe the result of a financial transaction or fundraising effort.

individual

C1

Relating to a single person or thing as distinct from a group. It describes something that is intended for, or used by, one person rather than a collective entity.

appropriately

B2

To perform an action in a manner that is suitable, right, or proper for a particular situation, person, or occasion. It implies following specific social norms, professional standards, or logical requirements.

region

B2

A region is an area of land that has common features, such as geography, climate, or culture, which distinguish it from other areas. It can refer to a large part of a country or the world and is often used in administrative or scientific contexts to organize space.

resource

B2

A stock or supply of money, materials, staff, and other assets that can be drawn on by a person or organization in order to function effectively. In academic and informational contexts, it refers to a source of information or expertise used to support research or learning.

to

A1

Used to indicate the place, person, or thing that someone or something moves toward. It can also mark the recipient of an action or the limit of a range.

and

A1

A primary conjunction used to connect words, phrases, or clauses that are grammatically equal. It indicates addition, a sequence of events, or a relationship between two things.

a

A1

A word used before a singular noun that is not specific or is being mentioned for the first time. It is used only before words that begin with a consonant sound to indicate one of something.

that

A1

This word is a demonstrative pronoun used to indicate a specific person, object, or idea that is further away in space or time from the speaker. It is also used to refer back to something that has already been mentioned or to introduce a clause that identifies something.

I

A1

The pronoun 'I' is used by a speaker or writer to refer to themselves as the subject of a verb. It is the first-person singular subject pronoun in English and is always capitalized regardless of its position in a sentence.

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