Imputation

Pronunciation: /ˌɪmpjʊˈteɪʃən/

Definitions of imputation

noun an accusation or charge

Example Sentences

A1 She made an imputation about his character without any evidence.

A2 The imputation of dishonesty caused tension in the workplace.

B1 The imputation of guilt was based on circumstantial evidence.

B2 The imputation of incompetence led to his demotion.

C1 The imputation of corruption was proven false after a thorough investigation.

C2 The imputation of wrongdoing tarnished his reputation for years.

Examples of imputation in a Sentence

formal The imputation of guilt was based on circumstantial evidence.

informal She made the imputation that he was lying about his whereabouts.

slang I can't believe the imputation that she stole the money.

figurative The imputation of dishonesty tarnished his reputation.

Grammatical Forms of imputation

• past tense: imputed
• plural: imputations
• comparative: more imputative
• superlative: most imputative
• present tense: imputes
• future tense: will impute
• perfect tense: has imputed
• continuous tense: is imputing
• singular: imputation
• positive degree: imputative
• infinitive: to impute
• gerund: imputing
• participle: imputed

Origin and Evolution of imputation

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'imputation' originated from the Latin word 'imputare', which means 'to reckon, charge'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'imputation' has evolved to also mean attributing a quality or fault to someone or something, especially in a moral or ethical context.