Contributory

Pronunciation: /kənˈtrɪbjəˌtɔri/

Definitions of contributory

adjective contributory - playing a part in bringing something about; providing assistance in bringing something about

Example Sentences

A1 She made a contributory effort to help with the project.

A2 The team's success was largely contributory to their strong communication skills.

B1 His contributory role in the company's growth was recognized by his colleagues.

B2 The new software update was a contributory factor in improving efficiency.

C1 The scientist's research was highly contributory to the field of genetics.

C2 The artist's unique style was a contributory factor in their international acclaim.

Examples of contributory in a Sentence

formal His contributory role in the project was crucial to its success.

informal She made a contributory effort to help clean up the park.

slang I appreciate your contributory gesture in helping me move.

figurative Each small action can be a contributory factor to creating positive change.

Grammatical Forms of contributory

• past tense: contributed
• plural: contributories
• comparative: more contributory
• superlative: most contributory
• present tense: contributes
• future tense: will contribute
• perfect tense: has contributed
• continuous tense: is contributing
• singular: contributory
• positive degree: contributory
• infinitive: to contribute
• gerund: contributing
• participle: contributing

Origin and Evolution of contributory

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'contributory' originated from the Latin word 'contributorius', which is derived from the verb 'contribuere' meaning 'to bring together'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the 17th century to describe something that contributes to a particular result or outcome, the word 'contributory' has evolved to also refer to something or someone that contributes financially or in some other way to a cause or organization.