Definitions
- Describing something that can be attributed to or connected with a particular source. - Referring to something that can be assigned or credited to a specific cause or reason. - Talking about something that can be traced back to a particular origin or influence.
- Describing something that can be ascribed or assigned to a particular person, group, or thing. - Referring to something that can be blamed or credited to a specific cause or reason. - Talking about something that can be traced back to a particular source or origin.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that can be traced back to a particular source or cause.
- 2Both words can be used to assign credit or blame for something.
- 3Both words are adjectives that modify a noun.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Referable is used to describe something that can be connected with a particular source, while attributable is used to describe something that can be ascribed to a particular person, group, or thing.
- 2Focus: Referable emphasizes the connection or association with a source, while attributable emphasizes the assignment of responsibility or credit.
- 3Connotation: Referable has a neutral connotation, while attributable can have a negative connotation when used to assign blame.
- 4Formality: Attributable is more formal than referable and is often used in legal or academic contexts.
Remember this!
Referable and attributable are synonyms that describe something that can be traced back to a particular source or cause. However, referable emphasizes the connection or association with a source, while attributable emphasizes the assignment of responsibility or credit. Attributable is more formal and can have a negative connotation when used to assign blame.
