imputation
Translation
imputation, accusation, attribution
Examples
The imputation of blame was unfair.
The imputation of blame was unfair.
His work avoids any imputation of motive.
His work avoids any imputation of motive.
Grammar Patterns
imputation ((of sth.)) ((to sb.)) the act of saying that someone is responsible for something bad The imputation of blame to the wrong person was a mistake.
Similar Words
Synonyms: accusation, attribution, ascription
Etymology
From Latin `imputare` 'to reckon, attribute', from `in-` 'in, into' + `putare` 'to reckon'.
Memory Tips
Think of "putting" the blame "in" or onto someone.