contribution meaning and definition

CONTRIBUTION noun

Definition of contribution (noun)

1. the part played by a person in bringing about a result
   • "I am proud of my contribution in advancing the project"; "they all did their share of the work"
   • synonyms: part, share
2. a voluntary gift (as of money or service or ideas) made to some worthwhile cause
   • synonyms: donation
3. act of giving in common with others for a common purpose especially to a charity
   • synonyms: donation
4. an amount of money contributed
   • "he expected his contribution to be repaid with interest"
5. a writing for publication especially one of a collection of writings as an article or story