contribute

verb

1. bestow a quality on; “Her presence lends a certain cachet to the company”; “The music added a lot to the play”; “She brings a special atmosphere to our meetings”; “This adds a light note to the program”

   Synonyms

   • lend, impart, bestow, add, bring

   Less specific

   • change, alter, modify

   More specific

   • factor, instill, transfuse, tinsel, throw in

2. contribute to some cause; “I gave at the office”

   Synonyms

   • give, chip in, kick in

   Less specific

   • give

   More specific

   • combine

3. be conducive to; “The use of computers in the classroom lead to better writing”

   Synonyms

   • lead, conduce

   Less specific

   • promote, advance, boost, further, encourage

4. provide; “The city has to put up half the required amount”

   Synonyms

   • put up

   Less specific

   • pay