Definition of 'contribute'
Verb
- bestow a quality on; "Her presence lends a certain cachet to the company"; "The music added a lot to the play"; "She brings a special atmosphere to our meetings"; "This adds a light note to the program"
Synonyms: lend impart bestow add bring - contribute to some cause; "I gave at the office"
Synonyms: give chip in kick in - be conducive to; "The use of computers in the classroom lead to better writing"
Synonyms: lead conduce - provide; "The city has to put up half the required amount"
Synonyms: put up