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Contribution

/ˌkɒntɹɪˈbjuːʃən/ · noun

Meaning

Something given or offered that adds to a larger whole..

Definitions by Sense

  1. Something given or offered that adds to a larger whole.
  2. An amount of money given toward something.
  3. The act of contributing.
  4. The taking part, often with the idea that it has led to (scientific etc.) progress.

Example Sentences

Whether we believe in the power of our daily rituals or hold a powerful world-shifting viewpoint, acknowledging and respecting the perspectives of others is the tool that fuels the depth, value, and meaning of our contribution to and relationships with them.
North Korea had not publicly confirmed its contribution until Monday, when it said: “The operations for liberating the Kursk area to repel the adventurous invasion of the Russian Federation by the Ukrainian authorities were victoriously concluded,” according to state-run news agency KCNA.
He made a contribution of $100 for the victims of the flood.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does contribution mean?

Contribution means Something given or offered that adds to a larger whole..

What is a synonym for contribution?

Common synonyms include part, share, donation.

What is the opposite of contribution?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use contribution in a sentence?

Whether we believe in the power of our daily rituals or hold a powerful world-shifting viewpoint, acknowledging and respecting the perspectives of others is the tool that fuels the depth, value, and meaning of our contribution to and relationships with them.

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