Accuse
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Implying Wrongdoing
Using 'accuse' often suggests you believe someone did something wrong. The teacher accused the student of cheating during the test.
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Serious Allegations
'Accuse' is used for serious situations, not small mistakes or accidents. They accused the mayor of embezzlement, not just a minor error.
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Requires Evidence
Accusations should be based on some kind of evidence or strong belief. Witnesses accused him because they saw him running from the scene.