Webster's Unabridged Dictionary - Letter C - Page 118
Contradiction (n.) 矛盾 [C] [U]；否認；反駁；抵觸 [U] [C] An assertion of the contrary to what has been said or affirmed; denial of the truth of a statement or assertion; contrary declaration; gainsaying.
His fair demands Shall be accomplished without contradiction. -- Shak.
Contradiction (n.) Direct opposition or repugnancy; inconsistency; incongruity or contrariety; one who, or that which, is inconsistent.
Can he make deathless death? That were to make Strange contradiction. -- Milton.
We state our experience and then we come to a manly resolution of acting in contradiction to it. -- Burke.
Both parts of a contradiction can not possibly be true. -- Hobbes.
Of contradictions infinite the slave. -- Wordsworth.
Principle of contradiction (Logic), The axiom or law of thought that a thing cannot be and not be at the same time, or a thing must either be or not be, or the same attribute can not at the same time be affirmed and and denied of the same subject; also called the law of the excluded middle.
Note: It develops itself in three specific forms which have been called the "Three Logical Axioms." First, "A is A." Second, "A is not Not-A" Third, "Everything is either A or Not-A."
Contradiction (n.) Opposition between two conflicting forces or ideas.
Contradiction (n.) (Logic) A statement that is necessarily false; "the statement `he is brave and he is not brave' is a contradiction" [syn: contradiction, contradiction in terms].
Contradiction (n.) The speech act of contradicting someone; "he spoke as if he thought his claims were immune to contradiction."
Contradiction. () The incompatibility, contrariety, and evident opposition of two ideas, which are the subject of one and the same proposition.
Contradiction. () In general, when a party accused of a crime contradicts himself, it is presumed he does so because he is guilty for truth does not contradict itself, and is always consistent, whereas falsehood is in general inconsistent and the truth of some known facts will contradict the falsehood of those which are falsely alleged to be true. But there must still be much caution used by the judge, as there may be sometimes apparent contradictions which arise either from the timidity, the ignorance, or the inability of the party to explain himself, when in fact he tells the truth.
Contradiction. () When a witness contradicts himself as to something which is important in the case, his testimony will be much weakened, or it may be entirely discredited and when he relates a story of facts which he alleges passed only in his presence, and he is contradicted as to other facts which are known to others, his credit will be much impaired.
Contradiction. () When two witnesses, or other persons, state things directly opposed to each other, it is the duty of the judge or jury to reconcile these apparent contradictions; but when this cannot be done, the more improbable statement must be rejected; or, if both are entitled to the same credit, then the matter is as if no proof had been given. See Circumstances.
Contradictional (a.) Contradictory; inconsistent; opposing. [R.] -- Milton.
Contradictious (a.) Filled with contradictions; inconsistent. [Obs.]
Contradictious (a.) Inclined to contradict or cavil [Obs.] -- Sharp. -- Con`tra*dic"tious*ness, n. -- Norris.
Contradictive (a.) Contradictory; inconsistent. -- Con`tra*dict"ive*ly, adv.
Contradictor (n.) [L.] A contradicter.
Contradictorily (adv.) 反駁地；矛盾地 In a contradictory manner. -- Sharp.
Contradictorily (adv.) In a contradictory manner; "he argued contradictorily."
Contradictoriness (n.) 矛盾性 The quality of being contradictory; opposition; inconsistency. -- J. Whitaker.
Contradictory (a.) 矛盾的，對立的 [（+to）]；好反駁的，喜爭辯的 Affirming the contrary; implying a denial of what has been asserted; also, mutually contradicting; inconsistent. "Contradictory assertions." -- South.
Contradictory (a.) Opposing or opposed; repugnant.
Schemes . . . contradictory to common sense. -- Addisn.
Contradictories (n. pl. ) of Contradictory.
Contradictory (n.) [C] 矛盾因素，對立物；【邏】矛盾命題；否定項 A proposition or thing which denies or opposes another; contrariety.
It is common with princes to will contradictories. -- Bacon.
Contradictory (n.) pl. (Logic) Propositions with the same terms, but opposed to each other both in quality and quantity.
Contradistinct (a.) Distinguished by opposite qualities. -- J. Goodwin.
Contradistinction (n.) Distinction by contrast.
That there are such things as sins of infirmity in contradistinction to those of presumption is not to be questioned. -- South.
Contradistinctive (a.) Having the quality of contradistinction; distinguishing by contrast. -- Con`tra*dis*tinc"tive, n.
Contradistinguished (imp. & p. p.) of Contradistinguish.
Contradistinguishing (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Contradistinguish.
Contradistinguish (v. t. ) To distinguish by a contrast of opposite qualities.
These are our complex ideas of soul and body, as contradistinguished. -- Locke.
Contrafagetto (n.) [It.] (Mus.) The double bassoon, an octave deeper than the bassoon.
Contrafissure (n.) (Med.) A fissure or fracture on the side opposite to that which received the blow, or at some distance from it. -- Coxe.
Contrahent (a.) Entering into covenant; contracting; as, contrahent parties. [Obs.] -- Mede.
Contraindicant (n.) (Med.) Something, as a symptom, indicating that the usual mode of treatment is not to be followed. -- Burke.
Contraindicated (imp. & p. p.) of Contraindicate.
Contraindicating (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Contraindicate.
Contraindicate (v. t.) 【醫】禁忌（藥物或療法）To indicate, as by a symptom, some method of treatment contrary to that which the general tenor of the case would seem to require.
Contraindicate (v.) Make a treatment inadvisable [ant: {indicate}, {suggest}].
Contraindication (n.) An indication or symptom which forbids the method of treatment usual in such cases.
Contralto (n.) (Mus.) The part sung by the highest male or lowest female voices; the alto or counter tenor.
Contralto (n.) (Mus.) The voice or singer performing this part; as, her voice is a contralto; she is a contralto.
Note: The usual range of the contralto voice is from G, below middle C, to the C above that; though exceptionally it embraces two octaves.
Contralto (a.) (Mus.) Of or pertaining to a contralto, or to the part in music called contralto; as, a contralto voice.
Contralto (a.) Of or being the lowest female voice [syn: alto, contralto].
Contralto (n.) A woman singer having a contralto voice.
Contralto (n.) The lowest female singing voice [syn: contralto, alto].
Contramure (n.) (fort.) An outer wall. [Obs.] -- Chambers.
Contranatural (a.) Opposed to or against nature; unnatural. [R.] -- Bp. Rust.
Contraposition (n.) A placing over against; opposite position. [Obs.] -- F. Potter.
Contraposition (n.) (Logic) A so-called immediate inference which consists in denying the original subject of the contradictory predicate; e.g.: Every S is P; therefore, no Not-P is S.
Contraption (n.) 【口】新發明物，新玩意兒；奇妙的機械 A contrivance; a new-fangled device; -- used scornfully. [Colloq. or Dial.] -- Con*trap"tious, a.
We all remember some of the extraordinary contraptions which have been thus evolved and put upon the market. -- F. M. Ware.
Contraption (n.) A device or control that is very useful for a particular job [syn: {appliance}, {contraption}, {contrivance}, {convenience}, {gadget}, {gizmo}, {gismo}, {widget}].
Contraption (n.) (Informal) A mechanical contrivance; gadget; device.
Contrapuntal (a.) (Mus.) 【音】對位法的；對位（性）的 Pertaining to, or according to the rules of, counterpoint.
Contrapuntal (a.) Relating to or characteristic of or according to the rules of counterpoint; "contrapuntal base."
Contrapuntal (a.) Having two or more independent but harmonically related melodic parts sounding together [syn: polyphonic, contrapuntal] [ant: monophonic].
Contrapuntist (n.) (Mus.) 【音】擅長對位法的作曲家 One skilled in counterpoint. -- L. Mason.
Contrapuntist (n.) A composer who specializes in counterpoint.
Contraremonstrant (n.) One who remonstrates in opposition or answer to a remonstrant. [R.]
They did the synod wrong to make this distinction of contraremonstrants and remonstrants. -- Hales.
Contrariant (a.) Contrary; opposed; antagonistic; inconsistent; contradictory. [R.]
The struggles of contrariant factions. -- Coleridge.
Contrariantly (adv.) Contrarily. [Obs.]
Contraries (n.) (n. pl.) [pl. of Contrary, n.] (Logic) Propositions which directly and destructively contradict each other, but of which the falsehood of one does not establish the truth of the other.
If two universals differ in quality, they are contraries; as, every vine is a tree; no vine is a tree. These can never be both true together; but they may be both false. -- I. Watts.
Contrary (n.; pl. Contraries.) A thing that is of contrary or opposite qualities.
No contraries hold more antipathy Than I and such a knave. -- Shak.
Contrary (n.; pl. Contraries.) An opponent; an enemy. [Obs.] -- Chaucer.
Contrary (n.; pl. Contraries.) The opposite; a proposition, fact, or condition incompatible with another; as, slender proofs which rather show the contrary. See Converse, n., 1. -- Locke.
Contrary (n.; pl. Contraries.) (Logic) See Contraries.
On the contrary, In opposition; on the other hand. -- Swift.
To the contrary, To an opposite purpose or intent; on the other side. "They did it, not for want of instruction to the contrary." -- Bp. Stillingfleet.
Contrarieties (n. pl. ) of Contrariety.
Contrariety (n.) 反對；矛盾；相反物；對立性；對立因素 The state or quality of being contrary; opposition; repugnance; disagreement; antagonism.
There is a contrariety between those things that conscience inclines to, and those that entertain the senses. -- South.
Contrariety (n.) Something which is contrary to, or inconsistent with, something else; an inconsistency.
How can these contrarieties agree? -- Shak.
Syn: Inconsistency; discrepancy; repugnance.
Contrariety (n.) The relation between contraries.
Contrariety (n.) (n. pl.) Contrarieties: The quality or state of being contrary.
Contrariety (n.) Something contrary.
// The inescapable contrariety of her chief interests: food and a desire for supermodel svelteness.
Contrarily (adv.) In a contrary manner; in opposition; on the other side; in opposite ways.
Contrariness (n.) state or quality of being contrary; opposition; inconsistency; contrariety; perverseness; obstinacy.
Contrarious (a.) Showing contrariety; repugnant; perverse.
Contrariously (adv.) Contrarily; oppositely.
Contrariwise (adv.) On the contrary; oppositely; on the other hand.
Contrariwise (adv.) In a contrary order; conversely.
Contrarotation (n.) Circular motion in a direction contrary to some other circular motion.
Contrary (a.) 相反的，對立的 [（+to）]；（天氣）不利的；（風）逆向的 Opposite; in an opposite direction; in opposition; adverse; as, contrary winds.
And if ye walk contrary unto me, and will not hearken unto me. -- Lev. xxvi. 21.
We have lost our labor; they are gone a contrary way. -- Shak.
Contrary (a.) Opposed; contradictory; repugnant; inconsistent.
Fame, if not double-faced, is double mouthed, And with contrary blast proclaims most deeds. -- Milton.
The doctrine of the earth's motion appeared to be contrary to the sacred Scripture. -- Whewell.
Contrary (a.) Given to opposition; perverse; forward; wayward; as, a contrary disposition; a contrary child.
Contrary (a.) (Logic) Affirming the opposite; so opposed as to destroy each other; as, contrary propositions.
Contrary motion (Mus.), The progression of parts in opposite directions, one ascending, the other descending.
Syn: Adverse; repugnant; hostile; inimical; discordant; inconsistent.
Contraries (n. pl. ) of Contrary.
Contrary (n.) 相反；相反的事物 [the S]；反面；對立面，對立的一方 [C] A thing that is of contrary or opposite qualities.
No contraries hold more antipathy Than I and such a knave. -- Shak.
Contrary (n.) An opponent; an enemy. [Obs.] -- Chaucer.
Contrary (n.) The opposite; a proposition, fact, or condition incompatible with another; as, slender proofs which rather show the contrary. See Converse, n., 1. -- Locke.
Contrary (n.) (Logic) See Contraries.
On the contrary, In opposition; on the other hand. -- Swift.
To the contrary, To an opposite purpose or intent; on the other side. "They did it, not for want of instruction to the contrary." -- Bp. Stillingfleet.
Contrary (v. t.) To contradict or oppose; to thwart. [Obs.]
I was advised not to contrary the king. -- Bp. Latimer.
Contrary (a.) Very opposed in nature or character or purpose; "acts contrary to our code of ethics"; "the facts point to a contrary conclusion."
Contrary (a.) Of words or propositions so related that both cannot be true but both may be false; "`hot' and `cold' are contrary terms."
Contrary (a.) Resistant to guidance or discipline; "Mary Mary quite contrary"; "an obstinate child with a violent temper"; "a perverse mood"; "wayward behavior" [syn: contrary, obstinate, perverse, wayward].
Contrary (a.) In an opposing direction; "adverse currents"; "a contrary wind" [syn: adverse, contrary].
Contrary (n.) A relation of direct opposition; "we thought Sue was older than Bill but just the reverse was true" [syn: reverse, contrary, opposite].
Contrary (n.) Exact opposition; "public opinion to the contrary he is not guilty."
Contrary (n.) A logical relation such that two propositions are contraries if both cannot be true but both can be false.
Contrary (n.) [ S ] (Formal) The contrary 相反；反面；對立面；相反事物 The opposite.
// I was worried that it might be too hard for me but it turned out the contrary was true.
Contrary (n.) [ S ] (Formal) On the contrary (B2) 正相反，恰恰相反 Used to show that you think or feel the opposite of what has just been stated.
// "I thought you said the film was exciting?" "On the contrary, I nearly fell asleep half way through it!"
Contrary (n.) [ S ] (Formal) To the contrary (C1) 正相反的，恰恰相反的 Saying or showing the opposite.
// For a long time it was thought to be a harmless substance, but we now have proof/evidence to the contrary.
Contrary (a.) (Opposite) (C1) 相反的，對立的；完全不同的 Opposite.
// A contrary point of view.
// Contrary to all our expectations, he found a well-paid job and a nice girlfriend.
Contrary (a.) (Opposite) Contrary to popular opinion 與大多數人的看法不同 In a different way from what most people believe.
// Contrary to popular opinion, I don't dye my hair!
Contrary (a.) (Not reasobable) 乖戾的；故意作對的；執拗的 A contrary person wants to disagree with and annoy other people.
// He doesn't really mean it - he's just being contrary.
Contrarry (a.) To contradict or oppose; to thwart.
Contrasted (imp. & p. p.) of Contrast.
Contrasting (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Contrast.
Contrast (v. i.) 形成對照；顯出明顯的差異 To stand in opposition; to exhibit difference, unlikeness, or opposition of qualities.
The joints which divide the sandstone contrast finely with the divisional planes which separate the basalt into pillars. -- Lyell.
Contrast (v. t.) 對照，對比 To set in opposition, or over against, in order to show the differences between, or the comparative excellences and defects of; to compare by difference or contrariety of qualities; as, to contrast the present with the past.
Contrast (v. t.) (Fine Arts) To give greater effect to, as to a figure or other object, by putting it in some relation of opposition to another figure or object.
The figures of the groups must not be all on side . . . but must contrast each other by their several position. -- Dryden.
Contrast (n.) 對比，對照 [U] [（+with/ to）]；（對照之下形成的）懸殊差別 [C] [U] [（+between）]； 大不相同的人（或物）[C] [（+to/ for）] The act of contrasting, or the state of being contrasted; comparison by contrariety of qualities.
Place the prospect of the soul In sober contrast with reality. -- Wordsworth.
Contrast (n.) Opposition or dissimilitude of things or qualities; unlikeness, esp. as shown by juxtaposition or comparison.
The contrasts and resemblances of the seasons. -- Whewell.
Contrast (n.) (Fine Arts) The opposition of varied forms, colors, etc., which by such juxtaposition more vividly express each other's peculiarities. -- Fairholt.
Contrast (n.) The opposition or dissimilarity of things that are compared; "in contrast to", "by contrast" [syn: contrast, direct contrast].
Contrast (n.) The act of distinguishing by comparing differences
Contrast (n.) A conceptual separation or distinction; "there is a narrow line between sanity and insanity" [syn: line, dividing line, demarcation, contrast].
Contrast (n.) The perceptual effect of the juxtaposition of very different Colors.
Contrast (n.) The range of optical density and tone on a photographic negative or print (or the extent to which adjacent areas on a television screen differ in brightness).
Contrast (v.) Put in opposition to show or emphasize differences; "The middle school teacher contrasted her best student's work with that of her weakest student".
Contrast (v.) To show differences when compared; be different; "the students contrast considerably in their artistic abilities" [syn: contrast, counterpoint].
Contrastimulant (a.) Counteracting the effects of stimulants; relating to a course of medical treatment based on a theory of contrastimulants.
Contrastimulant (n.) (Med.) An agent which counteracts the effect of a stimulant.
Contrate (a.) Having cogs or teeth projecting parallel to the axis, instead of radiating from it. [R.]
Contrate wheel. See Crown wheel.
Contratenor (n.) (Mus.) Counter tenor; contralto.
Contravallation (n.) (Fort.) A trench guarded with a parapet, constructed by besiegers, to secure themselves and check sallies of the besieged.
Contravened (imp. & p. p.) of Contravene.
Contravening (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Contravene.
Contravene (v. t.) 與……相抵觸；違反（法律等）；反駁；否認 To meet in the way of opposition; to come into conflict with; to oppose; to contradict; to obstruct the operation of; to defeat.
So plain a proposition . . . was not likely to be contravened. -- Southey.
Contravene (v. t.) To violate; to nullify; to be inconsistent with; as, to contravene a law.
Laws that place the subjects in such a state contravene the first principles of the compact of authority. -- Johnson.
Syn: To contradict; set aside; nullify; defeat; cross; obstruct; baffle; thwart.
Contravene (v.) Go against, as of rules and laws; "He ran afoul of the law"; "This behavior conflicts with our rules" [syn: conflict, run afoul, infringe, contravene].
Contravene (v.) Deny the truth of [syn: contradict, negate, contravene].
Contravene (v. t.) Violate the prohibition or order of (a law, treaty, or code of conduct).
‘This would contravene the rule against hearsay.’
Contravene (v. t.) Conflict with (A right, principle, etc.), Especially to its detriment.
‘This contravened Washington's commitment to its own proposal.’
Contravener (n.) One who contravenes.
Contravener (n.) See Contravene.
‘In doing so, your Honours, we would submit, if one looks at the words of it, one sees that it is seeking to do no more than to say the contravener has to pay the amount of the loss or damage caused by the contravener's contravention.’
Contravention (n.) 違反；矛盾；否認 The act of contravening; opposition; obstruction; transgression; violation.
Warrants in contravention of the acts of Parliament. -- Macaulay.
In contravention of all his marriage stipulations. -- Motley.
Contravention (n.) Coming into conflict with [syn: dispute, contravention].
Contravention, () French law. An act which violates the law, a treaty or an agreement which the party has made. The Penal Code, art. 1, denominates a contravention, that infraction of the law punished by a fine, which does not exceed fifteen francs, and an imprisonment not exceeding three days.
Contraversion (n.) A turning to the opposite side; antistrophe. -- Congreve.
Contrayerva (n.) (Bot.) A South American plant, the aromatic root of which is sometimes used in medicine as a gentle stimulant and tonic.
Contrecoup (n.) (Med.) A concussion or shock produced by a blow or other injury, in a part or region opposite to that at which the blow is received, often causing rupture or disorganisation of the parts affected.
Contretemps (n.) An unexpected and untoward accident; something inopportune or embarrassing; a hitch.
In this unhappy contretemps. -- De Quincey.
Contretemps (n.) An awkward clash; "he tried to smooth over his contretemps with the policeman".
Contributable (a.) Capable of being contributed.
Contributary (a.) Contributory. [R.]
Contributary (a.) Tributary; contributing. [R.]
It was situated on the Ganges, at the place where this river received a contributary stream. -- D'Anville (Trans. ).
Contributed (imp. & p. p.) of Contribute.
Contributing (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Contribute.
Contribute (v. t.) 有助於，捐助，投稿 To give or grant i common with others; to give to a common stock or for a common purpose; to furnish or suply in part; to give (money or other aid) for a specified object; as, to contribute food or fuel for the poor.
England contributes much more than any other of the allies. -- Addison.
Contribute (v. i.) 出力，捐獻，投稿 To give a part to a common stock; to lend assistance or aid, or give something, to a common purpose; to have a share in any act or effect.
We are engaged in war; the secretary of state calls upon the colonies to contribute. -- Burke.
Contribute (v. i.) To give or use one's power or influence for any object; to assist.
These men also contributed to obstruct the progress of wisdom. -- Goldsmith.
Contribute (v.) 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" [syn: lend, impart, bestow, contribute, add, bring].
Contribute (v.) Contribute to some cause; "I gave at the office" [syn: contribute, give, chip in, kick in].
Contribute (v.) Be conducive to; "The use of computers in the classroom lead to better writing" [syn: contribute, lead, conduce].
Contribute (v.) Provide; "The city has to put up half the required amount" [syn: put up, contribute].
Contribute (v.) [ I or T ] (B2) 貢獻，奉獻，捐獻（尤指錢） To give something, especially money, in order to provide or achieve something together with other people.
// Aren't you going to contribute towards Jack's leaving present?
// Come to the meeting if you feel you have something to contribute.
// Her family has contributed $50,000 to the fund.
Contribute (v.) [ I or T ] (C1) （給報紙、雜誌或書）投稿，撰稿 To write articles for a newspaper, magazine, or book.
// She contributes to several magazines.
Phrasal verb:
Contribute to sth (- Phrasal verb with Contribute) (v.) [ I or T ] 促成；導致 To help to cause an event or situation.
// Smoking contributed to his early death.
Contributing (a.) 貢獻的，起一份作用的 Tending to bring about; being partly responsible for; "working conditions are not conducive to productivity"; "the seaport was a contributing factor in the growth of the city"; "a contributory factor" [syn: {conducive}, {contributing(a)}, {contributive}, {contributory}, {tributary}].
Contribution (n.) 貢獻，捐獻；撰稿；促進，助長 The act of contributing.
Contribution (n.) That which is contributed; -- either the portion which an individual furnishes to the common stock, or the whole which is formed by the gifts of individuals.
A certain contribution for the poor saints which are at jerusalem. -- Rom. xv. 26.
Aristotle's actual contributions to the physical sciences. -- Whewell.
Contribution (n.) (Mil.) An irregular and arbitrary imposition or tax leved on the people of a town or country.
These sums, . . . and the forced contributions paid by luckless peasants, enabled him to keep his straggling troops together. -- Motley.
Contribution (n.) (Law) Payment, by each of several jointly liable, of a share in a loss suffered or an amount paid by one of their number for the common benefit.
Contribution (n.) 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" [syn: {contribution}, {part}, {share}].
Contribution (n.) A voluntary gift (as of money or service or ideas) made to some worthwhile cause [syn: {contribution}, {donation}].
Contribution (n.) Act of giving in common with others for a common purpose especially to a charity [syn: {contribution}, {donation}].
Contribution (n.) An amount of money contributed; "he expected his contribution to be repaid with interest".
Contribution (n.) A writing for publication especially one of a collection of writings as an article or story.
Contribution (n.) [ C or U ] (B2) 貢獻；奉獻；捐款；捐助（物），損獻（物） Something that you contribute or do to help produce or achieve something together with other people, or to help make something successful.
// All contributions (= presents of money), no matter how small, will be much appreciated.
// All contributions (= articles to be printed) for the school magazine must be received by 1 August.
// This invention made a major contribution to road safety.
// She didn't make much of a contribution (= she did not say much) at today's meeting, did she?
Contributional (a.) Pertaining to, or furnishing, a contribution.
Contributive (a.) 貢獻的；出資的；助長…的 Contributing, or tending to contribute. -- Fuller.
Contributive (a.) Tending to bring about; being partly responsible for; "working conditions are not conducive to productivity"; "the seaport was a contributing factor in the growth of the city"; "a contributory factor" [syn: {conducive}, {contributing(a)}, {contributive}, {contributory}, {tributary}].
Contributor (n.) [C] [(+to)] 捐贈者；捐款人；貢獻者；投稿人；促成因素 One who, or that which, contributes; specifically, one who writes articles for a newspaper, magazine, or book.
Contributor (n.) Someone who contributes (or promises to contribute) a sum of money [syn: {subscriber}, {contributor}].
Contributor (n.) A writer whose work is published in a newspaper or magazine or as part of a book.
Contributory (a.) 捐助的；參加的；分擔的；貢獻的 Contributing to the same stock or purpose; promoting the same end; bringing assistance to some joint design, or increase to some common stock; contributive. -- Milton.
Bonfires of contributory wood. -- Chapman.
{Contributory negligence} (Law), Negligence by an injured party, which combines with the negligence of the injurer in producing the injury, and which bars recovery when it is the proximate cause of the injury. -- Wharton.
Contributory (n.) (pl.) {Contributories}. 貢獻者；捐助者 One who contributes, or is liable to be called upon to contribute, as toward the discharge of a common indebtedness. -- Abbott.
Contributory (a.) Tending to bring about; being partly responsible for; "working conditions are not conducive to productivity"; "the seaport was a contributing factor in the growth of the city"; "a contributory factor" [syn: {conducive}, {contributing(a)}, {contributive}, {contributory}, {tributary}].