Contributer vs. Contributor: What's the Difference?
Edited by Huma Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Updated on November 21, 2023
"Contributer" is a common misspelling. The correct spelling is "Contributor," referring to someone or something that contributes or adds value.
Which is correct: Contributer or Contributor
How to spell Contributor?
Contributer is Incorrect
Contributor is Correct
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Key Differences
Remember that "contribute" is the base word, and simply add "-or" at the end.
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Think of similar words like "editor" and "actor" which also use "-or" endings.
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Associate "or" with "original" to remember the correct ending.
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Visualize the word "tribute" within "Contributor."
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Recall the word "contribution," which has a similar structure.
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Contributer and Contributor Definitions
Contributor
It denotes someone who plays a significant role in achieving something.
Exercise is a major contributor to good health.
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Contributor
A Contributor is someone who gives or donates.
She is a regular contributor to the charity.
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Contributor
Contributor signifies a factor leading to a particular result.
Smoking is a major contributor to lung diseases.
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Contributor
A Contributor refers to a person supplying content, like articles or photos, to a publication.
He's a key contributor to the magazine.
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Contributor
To give or supply in common with others; give to a common fund or for a common purpose.
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Contributor
To submit for publication
Contributed two stories to the summer issue.
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Contributor
To help bring about a result; act as a factor
Exercise contributes to better health.
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Contributor
A benefactor; someone who donates to charity or some cause.
I am a longstanding financial contributor to Amnesty International.
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Contributor
A person who backs, supports or champions a cause, activity or institution.
He was a regular contributor to Greenpeace protests.
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Contributor
A person (or thing) instrumental in the creation or growth of something.
With her strength and intelligence, she was an important contributor to the victorious effort.
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Contributor
A person who produces articles published in a newspaper, magazine, online publication, etc.
William Safire has been a notable contributor to the op-ed pages of the New York Times for many years.
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Contributor
Someone who contributes (or promises to contribute) a sum of money
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Contributor
A writer whose work is published in a newspaper or magazine or as part of a book
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Contributor
In computing, a Contributor can be a person who contributes code to open-source projects.
She's a proud contributor to the open-source community.
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FAQs
Which preposition is used with Contributor?
"To," as in "contributor to a cause."
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Why is it called Contributor?
Derived from "contribute," a Contributor is someone who adds or offers something.
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Is Contributor an abstract noun?
Yes, it represents an idea rather than a physical entity.
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Which conjunction is used with Contributor?
Any conjunction can be used, depending on the sentence context.
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What is the second form of Contributor?
Nouns don't have typical "second forms."
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Is Contributor a negative or positive word?
Neutral, but can be perceived as positive in contexts denoting valuable addition.
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Is Contributor a vowel or consonant?
"Contributor" is a word containing both vowels and consonants.
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What is the third form of Contributor?
Nouns don't have typical "third forms."
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How is Contributor used in a sentence?
Jane was a frequent contributor to the local newspaper, sharing insights about community events.
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Is the Contributor term a metaphor?
Not inherently, but can be used metaphorically.
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What is another term for Contributor?
Donor or author, depending on the context.
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Which determiner is used with Contributor?
"This," "that," or "each" can be used.
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Sawaira RiazSawaira is a dedicated content editor at difference.wiki, where she meticulously refines articles to ensure clarity and accuracy. With a keen eye for detail, she upholds the site's commitment to delivering insightful and precise content.
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Huma SaeedHuma is a renowned researcher acclaimed for her innovative work in Difference Wiki. Her dedication has led to key breakthroughs, establishing her prominence in academia. Her contributions continually inspire and guide her field.
