adj

attributed

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adj

Said to be the work, quality, or possession of a particular person, cause, or source.

"The painting is attributed to a student of Rembrandt, not the master himself."

"The delay was attributed to a shortage of parts."

How to Use Attributed

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishCredited to, or said to come from, a particular person or cause.

Common mistake

Attributed to means "said to be caused by" — it does not guarantee the claim is proven, just that someone is crediting or blaming that source.

Common pairings

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The painting is _____ to a student of Rembrandt, not the master himself.

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