attribution

//ˌætrɪˈbjuːʃən//
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Noun

attributionSingular
attributionsPlural
1

The act of attributing something, especially a work of art or a literary composition, to a particular person or source.

The attribution of this painting to Rembrandt has been questioned by several art historians.

2

A statement or acknowledgment that credits the source of information, a quotation, or a creative work.

Please include proper attribution when using images from this website.

3

In psychology, the process by which individuals explain the causes of behavior and events.

Attribution theory helps us understand how people interpret the reasons behind others' actions.