Contributing — synonyms, definition

1. contributing (Adjective)

conducive contributive contributory tributary

contributing (Adjective) — Tending to bring about; being partly responsible for. ex. "the seaport was a contributing factor in the growth of the city"

2. contributing (Verb)

adding bestowing bringing chipping in conducing giving imparting kicking in leading lending putting up

contributing (Verb) — Provide a particular quality or character. ex. "Her presence contributes a certain cachet to the company"

contributing (Verb) — Provide a part of a whole amount; give towards some cause. ex. "I contributed at the office"

contributing (Verb) — Have the effect of making happen, or become more likely. ex. "The use of computers in the classroom contributed to better writing"

contributing (Verb) — Provide. ex. "The city has to contribute half the required amount"

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