Synonyms of contributes

contributes

verb

present tense third-person singular of contribute

1

as in donates

to make a donation as part of a group effort

would you like to contribute to the Thanksgiving fund for needy families?

Synonyms & Similar Words

• donates
• chips in
• kicks in
• presents
• bestows
• provides
• pitches in
• confers
• affords
• furnishes
• gives
• endows
• awards
• doles (out)

2

as in volunteers

to make a present of

contributes money to a variety of worthy causes

Synonyms & Similar Words

• donates
• volunteers
• gives
• provides
• presents
• bestows
• offers
• renders
• furnishes
• gives away
• issues
• gives of
• awards
• affords
• confers
• imparts
• pays
• endows
• assists
• aids
• kicks in
• extends
• dispenses
• chips in
• helps
• throws in
• benefits
• administers
• lavishes
• pitches in
• endues
• regales
• proffers
• hands out
• sacrifices
• doles out
• metes (out)
• comps
• dishes out
• forks (over, out, or up)
• tenders
• puts up
• pungles (up)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• holds
• retains
• keeps
• preserves
• saves
• lends
• withholds
• advances
• sells
• pockets
• loans

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of contributes

Cushing’s syndrome also leads to progressive enlargement of the liver and redistribution of body fat to the abdomen, which puts pressure on the diaphragm and contributes to breathing problems. —The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 May 2026

Air pollution contributes to thousands of premature deaths and emergency room visits each year. —Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 30 May 2026

Butter deepens the color slightly, and also contributes to that classic, rich flavor yellow cake is known for. —Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 29 May 2026

At the same time, the MAHA movement has tapped into growing frustration with a food system that pushes junk food over nutritional value and contributes to rising obesity, diabetes, and chronic disease. —Sam Raus, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 May 2026

In many decisions, everyone contributes, but no one closes. —Angela C. Hill, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026

But Moore says this practice contributes to a cluttered-looking living room. —Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 28 May 2026

It's also designed to cradle and lock the heel in place, which contributes to a secure fit that prevents your feet from slipping out of the shoe mid-step. —Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 23 May 2026

Still, the Fed has also failed to achieve its inflation target since the pandemic, and that fact consumers have faced higher prices for several years also contributes to a perception that the previous era of low inflation is over. —Jason Ma, Fortune, 23 May 2026