Question

which sentence uses the word imbued correctly? he imbued different colors into the painting. her voice was imbued with emotion as she addressed the crowd. the architect imbued the foundation with steel to ensure durability. everyone was imbued to hear the leader speak.

Explanation:

The word "imbued" means to fill or permeate something with a quality, feeling, or attribute, typically used in the structure "imbued with [abstract quality/feeling]".

1. The first sentence incorrectly uses it for adding physical colors (one would "apply" or "blend" colors).
2. The second sentence correctly uses "imbued with" to describe a voice filled with emotion, an abstract attribute.
3. The third sentence incorrectly uses it for adding physical steel (one would "reinforce" a foundation with steel).
4. The fourth sentence uses the wrong preposition structure; "imbued to" is not grammatically correct for this meaning.

Answer:

Her voice was imbued with emotion as she addressed the crowd.