attribute · verb /əˈtrɪb.juːt/
attribute sth to sth
C2 to say that something is caused by something else
Dictionary example:
He attributes his success to hard work.
Learner example:
On the other hand, it might be attributed to the laziness of the people. (Certificate of Proficiency in English; C2; Korean)
attribute · noun C /ˈæt.rə.bjuːt/
attribute
C2 a quality or characteristic that someone or something has
Dictionary example:
Her hair is her best attribute.
Learner example:
What are the attributes of a successful person, then? (Certificate of Proficiency in English; C2; Polish)