Synonyms of attributed

attributed

verb

past tense of attribute

1

as in ascribed

to explain (something) as being the result of something else

attributed the quick rescue to the well-trained police force

Synonyms & Similar Words

• ascribed
• credited
• blamed
• linked
• imputed
• referred
• connected
• accredited
• assigned
• laid
• attached
• chalked up
• put down
• associated
• charged
• imputed (to)
• pinned (on)
• fathered (on)

2

as in explained

to give the reason for or cause of

a psychotherapist who's a little too quick to attribute every emotional problem or character defect to an unhappy childhood

Synonyms & Similar Words

• explained
• justified
• rationalized
• accounted (for)
• explained away
• condoned
• excused
• forgave
• exonerated
• absolved
• vindicated
• acquitted
• exculpated

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of attributed

Most of that growth was attributed to 614 more people occupying shelter beds than the year before. — David Zahniser, Los Angeles Times, 11 Aug. 2026

However, Fremantle was one of two units that RTL attributed to a significant increase in earnings across the group. — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 11 Aug. 2026

The developer attributed the 42% dip in new sales to fewer launches compared to last year. — Manal Albarakati, semafor.com, 10 Aug. 2026

Stomach ulcers were attributed to stress and personality until Helicobacter pylori was identified in 1982. — Keely Cat-Wells, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026

The analyst attributed the increase in her estimates to the growth in the commercial business, backed by stronger total contract value in the second quarter. — CNBC, 9 Aug. 2026

For as much as injuries have tested the Cubs’ starting pitching depth and forced upgrades to be acquired at the trade deadline, their stronghold on the top National League wild-card spot can be attributed, in large part, to the rotation. — Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 9 Aug. 2026

Authorities have not publicly attributed either attack to Ukraine. — Emma Bussey, FOXNews.com, 9 Aug. 2026

Lionel Messi, 39, had attributed his emotional displays early in the tournament to a family situation. — Shayna Jacobs, NBC news, 8 Aug. 2026