Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

contributing-factor

noun

/kənˈtrɪb.ju.tɪŋ ˈfæktər/

Definition

A contributing factor is an element or condition that plays a significant role in causing or influencing an outcome.

Examples

The lack of exercise is a contributing factor to obesity.
Poor communication was a contributing factor in the team’s failure to deliver the project on time.
Stress can be a contributing factor to various health issues.

Meaning

This term is commonly used to describe one of several elements that can lead to a particular result, emphasizing that it’s not the sole cause, but rather part of a larger picture.