Select the most appropriate synonym of the highlighted word.

He imputes his ability to play great football to an inspirational coach.

attributes

The most appropriate synonym of the highlighted word imputes is attributes.

• Impute means "to ascribe or credit something to someone or something."
• Validate means "to confirm or make valid."
• Contribute means "to give or supply something, especially as part of a larger amount."
• Attribute means "to regard as the cause or origin of something."
• Amputate means "to cut off (a limb or other part of the body) surgically."