ascribed Meaning & Definition
/əˈskɹaɪbd/
What Does Ascribed Mean?
Ascribed is a verb that means simple past and past participle of ascribe.
Ascribed at a Glance
| Part of speech | verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /əˈskɹaɪbd/ |
| Synonyms | attribute and impute |
Ascribed Definition (Verb)
- simple past and past participle of ascribe
Verb
- To attribute a cause or characteristic to someone or something.
One may ascribe these problems to the federal government; however, at this stage it is unclear what caused them.
- To attribute a book, painting or any work of art or literature to a writer or creator.
It is arguable as to whether we can truly ascribe this play to Shakespeare.
- (with to) To believe in or agree with; subscribe.
Synonyms of Ascribed
Ascribed synonyms and antonyms →Ascribed in a Sentence
One may ascribe these problems to the federal government; however, at this stage it is unclear what caused them.
It is arguable as to whether we can truly ascribe this play to Shakespeare.
Word Forms & Grammar
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