Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

noncontributory

Adjective

/ˌnɒn.kənˈtrɪb.jʊ.t̬ər.i/

Definition

Not contributing to a particular cause or effect.

Examples

The noncontributory nature of the funds meant that volunteers had to find alternative sources of support.
His noncontributory behavior during the meeting frustrated his colleagues.
Because the plan was considered noncontributory, it did not receive any votes from the committee.

Meaning

The term refers to something that does not add or give anything to a situation or a collective effort. It suggests a lack of participation or influence.