alleged

1. 1
   adjective

   Said to be true, but not yet proved.

   Like a rumor that no one has checked yet.

   The alleged thief ran away before anyone could stop him.

   Reporters asked her about the alleged deal with the company.

   Similarsuspected, supposed

   Oppositeproven, confirmed

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2. 2
   adjective

   Thought to be real or true, but very likely not.

   Like a magic trick someone swears works but really doesn't.

   The alleged cure did nothing to help her cold.

   We tried the alleged shortcut, but it took even longer.

   Similarsupposed, purported, so-called, ostensible

   Oppositeproven, actual

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3. 3
   verb

   Simple past and past participle of allege. Use this form when someone said something was true without proof.

   The witness alleged that the manager had taken the money.

   They alleged a series of mistakes in the company's report.

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