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attribute

[uh-trib-yoot, a-truh-byoot] / əˈtrɪb yut, ˈæ trəˌbyut /
NOUN
feature
Synonyms
STRONGEST
aspect characteristic facet idiosyncrasy peculiarity quality quirk trait virtue
STRONG
character indication mark note particularity point property proprium sign speciality symbol
VERB
ascribe, assign to source
Synonyms
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apply associate blame connect credit refer trace
STRONG
accredit charge impute lay reference
WEAK
account for fix upon hang on hold responsible pin on
Antonyms
STRONGEST
disconnect

Example Sentences

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Arizona officials attribute the plunging caseload to swift implementation of policy changes forced by the bill, including new work requirements.

From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026

Geologists often attribute them to underwater landslides that push sediment into ridges and grooves.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

Companies have long argued it is impossible to attribute harm from a global problem to any single emitter, and courts have been cautious about awarding compensation.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

As a player, the best attribute you can have is that your team-mates can always count on you.“

From BBC • Mar. 11, 2026

Except for the latter, these men were offered as “character witnesses”—persons expected to attribute to the accused a few human virtues.

From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote