Ascribes
/əˈskraɪbz/
Definitions
- (v.) To attribute or assign a quality, characteristic, or action to a person or thing, often in legal or interpretive contexts.
The court ascribes intent to the defendant based on the circumstances of the case.
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- ascribe
- ascribing
- ascribed
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Commentary
Legal usage often involves attributing responsibility, intent, or characteristics, especially in statutory or case law interpretation.
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