Question

The synonym of ATTRIBUTE is:
a)Infer
b)Impute
c)Inhere
d)Inundate

Answer 1

Hint: The word “attribute” means quality or characteristic that someone or something has.

Complete step-by-step answer:

  Let us decipher the meaning of the given words. The word “infer” means to derive a conclusion from the given facts or through reasoning. This is not the synonym of the given word. Thus option ‘a’ is incorrect.
Option b “impute” means to attribute or ascribe something dishonest, (especially a criminal offense) to a person. This is similar in meaning to the word “attribute” Thus; option ‘b’ is the correct answer.
Option c “inhere” means to exist permanently and essentially as an inherent part of something. For e.g., ‘Liberty inheres in humanity as a natural right.’ This word is not the synonym of the given word. Thus, option c is incorrect.
Option d, “inundate” means to fill quickly beyond capacity or to overwhelm with things/ people to be dealt with. It also means to flood, cover or overspread with water. For example, ‘The school was inundated with applications for admissions.’ This is not the synonym of the given word and therefore, option ‘d’ is incorrect.

Note: Do not confuse “Inhere” as the synonym of the word “attribute”. An attribute can or cannot be inherent or innate but, inhere means to exist permanently, it refers to inherent qualities or parts.