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imputable

im·pute
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Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [im-pyoot]
    • /ɪmˈpyut/
    • /ɪmˈpjuːtəbl /
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [im-pyoot]
    • /ɪmˈpyut/

Definitions of imputable word

  • verb with object imputable to attribute or ascribe: The children imputed magical powers to the old woman. 1
  • verb with object imputable to attribute or ascribe (something discreditable), as to a person. 1
  • verb with object imputable Law. to ascribe to or charge (a person) with an act or quality because of the conduct of another over whom one has control or for whose acts or conduct one is responsible. 1
  • verb with object imputable Theology. to attribute (righteousness, guilt, etc.) to a person or persons vicariously; ascribe as derived from another. 1
  • verb with object imputable Obsolete. to charge (a person) with fault. 1
  • noun imputable That may be imputed; capable of being imputed; chargeable; ascribable; attributable; referable. 1

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Origin of imputable

First appearance:

before 1325
One of the 16% oldest English words
1325-75; Middle English imputen < Latin imputāre, equivalent to im- im-1 + putāre to assess, reckon, think; see putative

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Parts of speech for Imputable

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

imputable popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 86% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 68% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

imputable usage trend in Literature

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Synonyms for imputable

adj imputable

  • answerable — If you are answerable to someone, you have to report to them and explain your actions.
  • responsible — answerable or accountable, as for something within one's power, control, or management (often followed by to or for): He is responsible to the president for his decisions.

adjective imputable

  • liable — legally responsible: You are liable for the damage caused by your action.

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