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Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
The act, or an instance, of ascribing a quality, characteristic, quotation, artistic work, or other thing to someone or something..
And was thy breath A pure and sweet ascription to His praise?
Since antiquity, Jewish tradition has softened the image by interpreting the word [zonah] as "innkeeper," one who "provides food" (/zun/). There is no reason, however, to doubt the ascription of harlotry.
Use ascription when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.
Ascription means The act, or an instance, of ascribing a quality, characteristic, quotation, artistic work, or other thing to someone or something..
Common synonyms include attribution.
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
And was thy breath A pure and sweet ascription to His praise?
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