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Attributed

Verb / ʌˈtrɪbjʌtɪd / Another word for attributed — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To say or think that someone or something is responsible for something that has happened or for something another person has done.

Synonyms & similar words

assign attribute ascribe impute ascribed credited imputed assigned blamed charged

Synonyms by register

Formal

ascribed assigned credited imputed

Informal

blamed on laid on chalked up to

Literary

charged to apportioned

Antonyms

denied disowned rejected disclaimed disavowed

Common collocations

  • attributed to
  • attributed the success
  • attributed the failure
  • attributed the cause
  • attributed the blame
  • attributed the discovery
  • attributed the quote

Word family

noun attribution
verb attribute
adjective attributable

Usage note

Often used with 'to' to indicate the source or cause. Be mindful of whether you are assigning credit or blame.

Example sentences

  1. The detective attributed the crime to the suspect's fingerprints.
  2. The mayor attributed the city's growth to its vibrant economy.
  3. The coach attributed the team's success to their teamwork and dedication.
  4. The scientist attributed the discovery to years of research and experimentation.
  5. The artist attributed her inspiration to the beauty of nature.

Quotes

  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts. - Winston Churchill
  • The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. - Nelson Mandela
  • In three words I can sum up everything I've learned about life: it goes on. - Robert Frost

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