Synonyms for attribute

Synonyms for (noun) attribute

Synonyms: attribute

Definition: an abstraction belonging to or characteristic of an entity

Similar words: abstract entity, abstraction

Definition: a general concept formed by extracting common features from specific examples


Synonyms: dimension, property, attribute

Definition: a construct whereby objects or individuals can be distinguished

Usage: self-confidence is not an endearing property

Similar words: concept, conception, construct

Definition: an abstract or general idea inferred or derived from specific instances


Synonyms for (verb) attribute

Synonyms: impute, ascribe, assign, attribute

Definition: attribute or credit to

Usage: We attributed this quotation to Shakespeare; People impute great cleverness to cats

Similar words: evaluate, judge, pass judgment

Definition: form a critical opinion of

Usage: I cannot judge some works of modern art; How do you evaluate this grant proposal? We shouldn't pass judgment on other people


Synonyms: assign, attribute

Definition: decide as to where something belongs in a scheme

Usage: The biologist assigned the mushroom to the proper class

Similar words: evaluate, judge, pass judgment

Definition: form a critical opinion of

Usage: I cannot judge some works of modern art; How do you evaluate this grant proposal? We shouldn't pass judgment on other people


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