Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com

put down to

VERB
refer
Synonyms
STRONGEST
assign attribute cite hint indicate introduce invoke point out specify
STRONG
accredit adduce advert allude ascribe associate charge credit designate excerpt exemplify extract glance impute insert instance interpolate lay name notice point quote
WEAK
bring up direct attention give as example make allusion make mention of make reference speak about speak of touch on
Antonyms
STRONG
ignore insert neglect remove
WEAK
hold back

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

She was told it was "part of being a woman", then it was put down to irritable bowel syndrome or stress.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

Empress Masako, a former high-flying diplomat, struggled for years with a stress-related illness after joining the household, which some have put down to the pressure to have a boy.

From Barron's • Feb. 27, 2026

Her bloating and weight loss were originally put down to irritable bowel syndrome until she became so ill she ended up in A&E.

From BBC • Jan. 7, 2026

The decision not to send more players to the Lions' day-night game against a Prime Minister's XI in Canberra was put down to the difference in conditions between the capital and Brisbane.

From BBC • Dec. 21, 2025

The gravel had been put down to make a foundation, the pump had been installed, and the cement had been poured and left to dry.

From "A Long Walk to Water" by Linda Sue Park