ATTRIBUTE Meaning and
Definition
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Attribute is a noun that refers to a quality or characteristic of a person, thing, or situation. It can also be used as a verb to describe the act of assigning or ascribing a quality or characteristic to someone or something.
As a noun, attribute refers to a distinguishing feature or characteristic that is inherently or intrinsically connected to an individual or object, often used to describe its nature, essence, or identity. Such qualities may include physical or mental traits, behaviors, skills, or properties, that contribute to the overall perception or understanding of an entity. For example, intelligence, creativity, honesty, or beauty can be considered attributes of a person. In objects, attributes can refer to specific properties or attributes like color, shape, size, or texture.
When used as a verb, attribute means to attribute a quality or characteristic to someone or something, to recognize, associate, or ascribe them with such qualities or attributes. This act of attribution is often done to explain or assign responsibility, credit, or causation. For instance, one might attribute someone's success to hard work, or attribute a company's growth to effective strategies. It is an act of linking or connecting a specific quality to its source, helping to identify the origin, cause, or influence behind an attribute.
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• To give as due; to ascribe to.
• A quality considered as belonging to, or inherent in, any person or thing.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of ATTRIBUTE
The word "attribute" derives from the Latin verb "attribuere", which can be broken down into "ad-" meaning "to" and "tribuere" meaning "assign" or "give". The term "attribute" was adopted into English in the late 14th century and refers to assigning or ascribing a quality, characteristic, or property to someone or something.
Idioms with the word ATTRIBUTE
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attribute sth to sth
The idiom "attribute something to something" generally means to ascribe or assign a particular quality, characteristic, cause, or origin to something. It is used to describe the act of giving credit or recognition to a specific factor that is believed to be responsible for a certain outcome or result.
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attribute sth to sb
The idiom "attribute something to someone" means to give credit or assign responsibility for something to a particular person. It implies acknowledging that a specific individual is the cause or source of something, whether it is an achievement, quality, characteristic, or action.
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attribute sth to sm or sth
The idiom "attribute something to someone or something" means to give credit or assign a quality, characteristic, or action to a specific person, thing, or cause. It suggests acknowledging the role or influence of something or someone in the development or outcome of a particular situation or event.
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attribute something to someone or something
The idiom "attribute something to someone or something" means to credit or ascribe the cause or responsibility of something to a particular person, entity, or factor. It refers to assigning or acknowledging the source or influence of a specific action, quality, characteristic, or outcome.
Similar spelling words for ATTRIBUTE
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