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The correct spelling is ascribed.
How to pronounce ascribed
verb
IPA: /əˈskɹaɪbd/
Say it like: Asc-rib-ed
The correct spelling is ascribed. To attribute a cause or characteristic to someone or something. For example: "One may ascribe these problems to the federal government; however, at this stage it is unclear what caused them."
Usage Examples
“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.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To attribute a cause or characteristic to someone or something.
- 2.To attribute a book, painting or any work of art or literature to a writer or creator.
- 3.(with to) To believe in or agree with; subscribe.
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