Definition: ascribe an achievement to
Usage: She was not properly credited in the program
Similar words: impute, ascribe, assign, attribute
Definition: attribute or credit to
Usage: We attributed this quotation to Shakespeare; People impute great cleverness to cats
Synonyms: recognise, recognize, accredit
Definition: grant credentials to
Usage: The Regents officially recognized the new educational institution; recognize an academic degree
Similar words: certify, licence, license
Definition: authorize officially
Usage: I am licensed to practice law in this state
Synonyms: accredit
Definition: provide or send (envoys or embassadors) with official credentials
Similar words: appoint, charge
Definition: assign a duty, responsibility or obligation to
Usage: He was appointed deputy manager; She was charged with supervising the creation of a concordance