ascribe

verb

1. 1

   To attribute a cause or characteristic to someone or something.

   “One may ascribe these problems to the federal government; however, at this stage it is unclear what caused them.”

2. 2

   To attribute a book, painting or any work of art or literature to a writer or creator.

   “It is arguable as to whether we can truly ascribe this play to Shakespeare.”

3. 3

   (with to) To believe in or agree with; subscribe.