"Allege" is a verb that means to claim something is true without offering proof.
"Alleges" is the third-person singular present tense of "allege". It's used when the subject is a singular noun or pronoun.
Examples:
* "The witness alleged that the suspect was at the scene of the crime." (Simple past tense)
* "The newspaper alleges that the politician is corrupt." (Present tense)
* "She alleges that she was the victim of a hate crime." (Present tense with singular subject)
When to Use:
* Use "allege" when referring to a claim that has not been proven. It's often used in reporting about legal cases, accusations, or controversial statements.
* Use "alleges" when the subject of the verb is singular. For example, "The company alleges" or "He alleges."
Key Points:
* Avoid using "allege" in situations where the claim is proven.
* Always use "allege" to indicate that the claim is still unproven.
* Be careful not to state the alleged claim as fact. Use neutral language and avoid implying that the claim is true.
Remember:
The word "allege" signifies that a claim is being made but that there is no concrete evidence to support it.