Definition

Able to be assigned or credited to a particular cause or source.

Example

The increase in sales is attributable to the new marketing strategy.

Conversation

I read that the increase in sales is largely attributable to the new marketing strategy.

That makes sense! It really seems to be paying off for them.

Yeah, I wonder what other factors might be attributable to their success.

Probably a combination of good timing and product quality.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Attributable → It is formed from "attribut" (from Latin "attributus", meaning assigned or attributed) and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "attributable" means capable of being assigned or attributed to something.

Memory Tip

Think of something that can be 'assigned' ('attribut') — that's why 'attributable' means it can be attributed to something.

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