alleges

verb

(transitive) To make a claim as justification or proof; to make an assertion without proof.

(transitive) To adduce (something) as a reason, excuse, support etc.

To lighten, diminish.

(archaic) To cite or quote an author or his work for or against.

(obsolete, transitive) To state under oath, to plead.

Roots

legoleg- · Latin · send, dispatch

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