contribute

con-trib-ute · verb

imported

Definitions

verb

  1. 1.

    To give something in order to help achieve or provide something.

  2. 2.

    To help to cause or bring about.

  3. 3.

    To supply written material for publication.

  4. 4.

    To participate in a discussion or activity.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    contribute to — help cause or provide for
  • •
    contributing factor — something that helps cause

Related words

Antonyms: subtract, take, withhold
See also: contribution, donate, give, provide
Synonyms: add, donate, give, provide

Etymology

From Latin "contribuere" meaning to bring together or add, from "con-" (together) + "tribuere" (to bestow, grant).