Meaning & Definition of Contribution in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: The act of giving or doing something for a common purpose.

  Example Sentence: His contribution to the charity was greatly appreciated.

• Definition: Something that is contributed, such as money or voluntary help.

  Example Sentence: She made a contribution to the campaign fund.

• Definition: A portion of a larger sum, especially in finance.

  Example Sentence: Each employee makes a contribution to their retirement fund.

• Definition: An input that adds to a collective effort or outcome.

  Example Sentence: Her contribution to the team project was invaluable.

• Definition: An article or piece submitted for publication.

  Example Sentence: He submitted a contribution to the academic journal.

Etymology

Origin: From Latin 'contributio', from 'contribuere' which means 'to bring together'.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• make a contribution: To give or provide something to help achieve a goal.
• contribution to society: An effort or resource provided to benefit the community.
• make your contribution: To do your part in a project or task.
• in contribution to: As a part of a larger initiative or project.

Translations

• Spanish: contribución

• French: contribution

• German: Beitrag

• Russian: вклад

Related Words

• contributor: A person who gives or aids something.

• contribute: To give or supply something.

• contributory: Serving as a contribution or factor.

• distribute: To give out or spread among a group.

Slang Meanings of contribution

• Meaning: Kicking in

  Example Sentence: Everyone is kicking in for the group gift.

• Meaning: Chipping in

  Example Sentence: I’m chipping in for the team lunch.