accusation

The word “accusation” has 4 syllables: ac-cu-sa-tion

It's pronounced as /ˌæk.jəˈzeɪʃən/


What is synonym and antonym for accusation?

In the thesaurus, “accusation” has 37 synonyms and 10 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for accusation along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for accusation

  • allegation
  • arraignment
  • attribution
  • beef
  • blame
  • blameworthiness
  • blast
  • bum rap
  • censure
  • citation
  • complaint
  • complicity
  • condemnation
  • culpability
  • denunciation
  • dido
  • fault
  • finger-pointing
  • gripe
  • guilt
  • guiltiness
  • impeachment
  • imputation
  • incrimination
  • indictment
  • insinuation
  • onus
  • plea
  • rap
  • recrimination
  • reproach
  • roar
  • rumble
  • sinfulness
  • slur
  • squawk
  • stink

Antonyms for accusation

  • approval
  • blamelessness
  • commendation
  • compliment
  • exculpation
  • faultlessness
  • flattery
  • guiltlessness
  • innocence
  • praise

Meanings of accusation

  • noun
    1. The act of accusing.
    2. A formal charge brought against a person in a court of law.
    3. An allegation.

Example Sentences

  • The accusation against him was completely false and unfounded.
  • She faced a serious accusation of cheating during the final exam.
  • His accusation about the company’s practices led to an internal investigation.
  • The police dismissed the accusation after gathering all the evidence.
  • The accusation of theft shocked everyone in the small community.

On this page you'll find 47 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to accusation, such as: allegation, approval, arraignment, attribution, beef, blame, blamelessness.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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  • suspicion
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