contribution
/ˌkɒntɹɪˈbjuːʃən/
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Also seen as: contributions
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Something given or offered that adds to a larger whole.
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Noun
Examples
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.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
An amount of money given toward something.
Noun
Examples
He made a contribution of $100 for the victims of the flood.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “contribution” mean?
Something given or offered that adds to a larger whole.
Is “contribution” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.