<p><strong>Verb (used with object)</strong></p><ul><li>contributed, contributing.</li><li>to give (money, time, knowledge, assistance, etc.) to a common supply, fund, etc., as for charitable purposes.</li><li><strong>Synonyms</strong>: donate, furnish, provide.</li><li>to furnish (an original written work, drawing, etc.) for publication: to contribute stories to a magazine.</li></ul><p><strong>Verb (used without object)</strong></p><ul><li>contributed, contributing.</li><li>to give to a common supply, fund, etc.: He contributes to many charities.</li><li>to furnish written works, drawings, etc., for publication: Our thanks to those who contributed to our alumni newsletter.</li><li>to be an important factor; help to cause something: A sudden downpour contributed to the traffic jam.</li></ul>