Attributed
/əˈtrɪb.juː.tɪd/
Definitions
- (adj.) Legally regarded as caused by or assigned to a particular person or entity.
The attributed negligence was key to determining liability.
- (v.) Past tense of attribute, meaning to ascribe responsibility or authorship to someone.
The court attributed the damages to the defendant's actions.
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Commentary
Typically used in contexts assigning legal responsibility or authorship; ensure clarity when attributing actions or causes in legal documents.
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