v. t. | 1. | To give or grant i common with others; to give to a common stock or for a common purpose; to furnish or suply in part; to give (money or other aid) for a specified object; |
v. i. | 1. | To give a part to a common stock; to lend assistance or aid, or give something, to a common purpose; to have a share in any act or effect. |
2. | To give or use one's power or influence for any object; to assist. |
Verb | 1. | contribute - 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" |
2. | contribute - contribute to some cause; "I gave at the office" | |
3. | contribute - be conducive to; "The use of computers in the classroom lead to better writing" | |
4. | contribute - provide; "The city has to put up half the required amount" Synonyms: put up |