Ascribable: meaning, definitions and examples

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ascribable

 

[ əˈskrɪbəbl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

attribution, causes

The term 'ascribable' refers to something that can be attributed or assigned to a particular cause or source. It is often used to indicate that a certain characteristic, effect, or outcome can be linked to a specific factor. This word is commonly found in academic, scientific, and analytical discussions where assigning responsibility or origin is essential. It implies a level of accountability for certain results or traits.

Synonyms

ascribed, assignable, attributable.

Examples of usage

  • The error was ascribable to a lack of information.
  • Her success is ascribable to her hard work and dedication.
  • The increase in sales is ascribable to the new marketing strategy.

Translations

Translations of the word "ascribable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 atribuível

🇮🇳 असाइन करने योग्य

🇩🇪 zuschreibbar

🇮🇩 dapat dikaitkan

🇺🇦 присвоювальний

🇵🇱 przypisywalny

🇯🇵 帰属可能な

🇫🇷 attributable

🇪🇸 atribuible

🇹🇷 ait olan

🇰🇷 귀속 가능한

🇸🇦 قابل الإسناد

🇨🇿 přičitatelný

🇸🇰 pripisovateľný

🇨🇳 可归因的

🇸🇮 pripisljiv

🇮🇸 tengjanlegur

🇰🇿 жүктелетін

🇬🇪 ბრალდების ღირსი

🇦🇿 aid edilə bilən

🇲🇽 atribuible

Etymology

The word 'ascribable' originates from the Latin root 'ascribere', which means to assign or attribute. It combines the prefix 'ad-' (to) with 'scribere' (to write), reflecting the action of writing down an attribution or assigning a characteristic to something. In English, it emerged in the early 19th century and has since been utilized primarily in contexts requiring clear causality or responsibility. Its usage became more prominent in formal and academic writings, especially in disciplines involving analysis and reasoning. As the language evolved, 'ascribable' maintained its core meaning while demonstrating increasing relevance in discussions related to causal relationships.