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Imputations Meaning in English

word · lemma: imputation

ˌɪmpjəˈteɪʃən
im-pyu-TAY-shun
ɪmpjuːtˈeɪʃən
im-pyoo-TAY-shun

Definition

Imputations are statements that someone is responsible for something bad or wrong, often suggesting blame or accusation.

Usage & Nuances

'Imputations' is formal and often used in legal, academic, or official contexts. Usually refers to accusations of wrongdoing, not just neutral responsibility. Common collocations: 'false imputations,' 'serious imputations.' Not used in everyday conversation.

Example Sentences

The manager denied all imputations of dishonesty.

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She was hurt by the imputations made against her character.

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False imputations can damage someone's reputation.

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After reading the report, he laughed off the imputations as ridiculous.

natural

The politician faced serious imputations during the investigation.

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No one took the anonymous imputations seriously.

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