imputation

[ im-pyoo-tey-shuhn ]

noun

1. the act of imputing.
2. an attribution, as of fault or crime; accusation.

Word History and Origins

Origin of imputation¹

1535–45; < Late Latin imputātiōn- (stem of imputātiō ), equivalent to Latin imputāt ( us ) past participle of imputāre to ascribe, impute + -iōn- -ion

Example Sentences

BH: Well, for many years I resisted the imputation that Edna was based on my own mother.

From The Daily Beast

In any event, she came forth with this imputation of careless work on the part of Dr. Lennon, an academic of some stature.

From The Daily Beast

This imputation on his son was too much for the small remnant of patience that remained to the Duke.

From Project Gutenberg

It appeared in 1866, and called forth much angry discussion and imputation of treason from the enemies of the new movement.

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This imputation was repelled by the chancellor of the exchequer; but it was still maintained that such must have been its effect.

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The Stock Exchange resents the imputation and makes things dangerous for Owen.

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This was raising a false issue, and an avowed imputation and contempt of the King.

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