CONTRIBUTORY Synonyms: 49 Similar and Opposite Words

contributory

adjective

Definition of contributory

as in complementary

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Recent Examples of contributory The autopsy report later revealed that Hackman had died of hypertensive and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, with Alzheimer's disease a significant contributory factor. — Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 16 Mar. 2026 Jim Williams shared that Adam Williams’ official cause of death was atherosclerotic and hypertensive cardiovascular disease, with obesity as a contributory factor. — Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 27 Jan. 2026 Tyson pointed to other religions' customs, like the Muslim practice of praying five times a day or Catholics attending mass, as significant contributory components to communities here on Earth. — Josh Dinner, Space.com, 14 Dec. 2025 In his 1985 report, Popplewell cited the lack of fire extinguishers or clearly signposted evacuation routes as a contributory factor, along with the locked exit gates and no one knowing who was in overall control of the matchday operation. — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 10 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for contributory

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Adjective

Silver Mirror recommends three Volmira visits, one a month, followed by three months of complementary facials, then repeating the cycle.

— Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2026
Combining several complementary signals could deliver greater benefits.

— Mike McRae October 09, New Atlas, 10 Oct. 2026

Definition of complementary

Adjective

After confirming that the line from Exeter that ran through the village of Starcross didn’t open until the end of May, 1846, Cade and his team turned to the schedule for additional clues.

— Mike McRae October 15, New Atlas, 16 Oct. 2026
Darrell Alexander, who runs composer agency Cool Music, sees working as an additional composer as the best entry point for anyone starting out.

— Ben Croll, Variety, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of additional

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Trump told Congress that the pause was in the national interest but gave no further details.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 18 Oct. 2026
The same may not prove true of utility costs where many rate hikes remain pending and a tough winter could cause further spikes.

— Jordan Blum, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of further

Adjective

The community of Crystal Lake wants to be supportive, especially Levon (William Catlett), a widower with a dark past and big ole crush on Pamela and her exceptional sweater.

— Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 13 Oct. 2026
Many of its socks feature a signature honeycomb design at the arch, which helps create a more secure fit, minimize bunching, and provide a supportive feel.

— Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 13 Oct. 2026

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