How many syllables in alleged?

There are 2 syllables in the word alleged.

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How to pronounce alleged:

Definition of alleged:

alleged (adjective):: declared but not proved.; accused but not proven or convicted

Synonyms for alleged:

supposed averred designated conjectural hypothetical debatable moot theoretical apparent reputed

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Antonyms for alleged:

dependable true demonstrable trustworthy valid undoubted reliable positive established proven

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