French word

accusation

Pronunciation

IPA/akyzasjɔ̃/

Meaning

  • feminine nounaccusation

Example

Je nie cette accusation.

I deny this accusation.

Illustration for accusation (accusation)

More examples

Il a lancé une accusation contre son voisin.

He launched an accusation against his neighbor.

Core concept

A public or formal claim that someone must answer for wrongdoing.

Common phrases

  • faire une accusation

    make an accusation

  • lancer une accusation

    launch an accusation

Similar words

critique: An opinion pointing out the merits or faults of a work or action.
remarque: A brief statement expressing an observation or personal impression.
plainte: A formal complaint seeking action or redress for harm or dissatisfaction.
allégation: A claim that a particular fact or action occurred.

Definition in French

Déclaration qui attribue à une personne la commission d'une faute ou d'un délit, au sens moral ou juridique.

Word origin

French accusation continues Latin accusatio, the noun formed from accusare, meaning to accuse or call someone to account.

Usage tips

  • In legal contexts, une accusation names the charge itself, while porter plainte means to file a complaint with the authorities.

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