AWL Sublist 3 · Academic Word

contribution

/ˌkɑːntrɪˈbjuːʃən/ Syllables: con·tri·ˈbu·tion

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Arabic Translation & Context

Synonyms & Antonyms

Something given or done to help achieve a result or add to a whole.

Synonyms

addition input donation

Antonyms

None available

Translations

contribution in Arabic

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Arabic Meaning

مساهمة، إسهام

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Easy Explanation (Arabic)

شيء تقدمه لمساعدة في تحقيق نتيجة أو لإضافة شيء إلى الكل.

Easy Explanation

A contribution is what you add to something — time, money, ideas, or effort. Academic contributions advance knowledge in a field.

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Memory TipContribution comes from Latin 'contribuere' meaning to bring together — you bring your part to the whole.

Contextual Examples

The study makes a significant contribution to our understanding of second language acquisition.

Each team member made a valuable contribution to the success of the research project.

Volunteer contributions of time and expertise are essential to the functioning of charities.

Word Families & Pronunciation

PART OF SPEECH	FORM
verb	contribute
noun	contributor