allege
= to declare something as a fact
指稱／指控／宣稱;
(allege 比較偏「指稱、尚未被證實」，不一定等於已經是事實)
The witness alleges that he saw the suspect in the park last night.
證人指稱他昨晚在公園看見嫌犯。
The report alleges that the company engaged in fraudulent practices.
報導指稱該公司涉及詐欺行為。
The local authorities allege that the fire was intentionally set.
當地政府機關指稱這場火是故意縱火。
They allege that the new law disproportionately affects low-income families.
他們指稱新法律對低收入家庭的影響不成比例。
Some synonyms and antonyms for "allege":
Synonyms:
Assert
Claim
Antonyms:
Deny
Disprove
Disclaim
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What does the term "allege" most commonly mean?
A) To confirm with evidence
B) To claim or assert something without proof
C) To withdraw a statement
D) To support a theory with facts
01. What does the term "allege" most commonly mean?
ReplyDeleteCorrect Answer: B) To claim or assert something without proof