attribute

noun, verb
/ˈætrɪˌbjuːt/ (noun), /əˈtrɪbjuːt/ (verb)

Meaning

As a noun: a quality or characteristic of someone or something. As a verb: to regard something as being caused by someone or something.
A quality or feature regarded as a characteristic or inherent part of someone or something.

Example Sentences

Her kindness is her greatest attribute, and many attribute her success to hard work.

An important attribute of wood is its flexibility.

Example Expressions

attribute to

Synonyms

quality, feature, trait, characteristic, credit
Entry 1
quality, feature, trait, characteristic, credit
Entry 2
feature, quality

Antonyms

fault, weakness, discredit, flaw
Entry 1
fault, weakness, discredit
Entry 2
flaw, fault

Collocations

key attribute, positive attribute, attribute success to, attribute cause

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