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Definition of Contributory
1. Adjective. Tending to bring about; being partly responsible for. "A contributory factor"
Exact synonyms: Conducive, Contributing, Contributive, Tributary
Similar to: Causative
Derivative terms: Conduce, Contribute, Contribute
Similar to: Causative
Derivative terms: Conduce, Contribute, Contribute
Definition of Contributory
1. a. Contributing to the same stock or purpose; promoting the same end; bringing assistance to some joint design, or increase to some common stock; contributive.
2. n. One who contributes, or is liable to be called upon to contribute, as toward the discharge of a common indebtedness.
Definition of Contributory
1. [adj]