Definitions

1. noun

a characteristic or quality of something or someone, especially one that is considered typical or typical of a particular group or class

“The team’s winning record was an attribute of their excellent coaching.”

2. verb

to regard or consider as having a particular quality or characteristic

“She attributed the success of the project to the hard work of the team.”

3. transitive verb

to assign or attribute a quality, characteristic, or property to something or someone

“The artist attributed the vibrant colors to the new paints she used.”

4. transitive verb (archaic)

to relate or ascribe a quality, characteristic, or property to something or someone

“The philosopher attributed the existence of the universe to a higher power.”

5. noun (law)

a right or property that is claimed or asserted in a legal action

“The lawyer argued that the attribute of ownership was a key point in the case.”