attribute to — to regard something as being caused by someone or something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: to regard something as being caused by someone or something
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈtrɪbjuːt tuː/
Example Sentences
- I attribute my coffee addiction to my math teacher who made 8 AM classes mandatory.
- Scientists attribute climate change to human activities.
- He attributes his baldness to stress, but I think it's just genetics.
attribute to
NOUN[/əˈtrɪbjuːt tuː/]
to regard something as being caused by someone or something
The doctor attributed the patient's recovery to the new medicine.
The coach attributed the team's victory to months of hard training. (Attach the result (A) to its cause (B).)
The coach attributed the victory to teamwork, everyone contributed their best, and the prize money was distributed fairly.
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“I attribute my coffee addiction to my math teacher who made 8 AM classes mandatory.”
“Scientists attribute climate change to human activities.”
“He attributes his baldness to stress, but I think it's just genetics.”
“Many people attribute good luck to carrying a rabbit's foot.”
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