A contributory factor of a problem or accident is one of the things which caused it to exist or happen.
例句
We now know that repressing anger is a contributory factor in many physical illnesses.现在我们知道压制自己的愤怒是导致许多身体疾病的因素之一。...an allegation of contributory negligence.共同过失的指控
英汉词典释义
adj.
促成的;促进的;起作用的
Poor organization was certainly a contributory factor to the crisis.组织不善肯定是导致危机的因素之一。The plaintiff was guilty of contributory negligence for failing to wear a crash helmet.原告因未戴安全头盔而负有连带责任。The court made a finding of contributory negligence.法庭作出判决认定受害方犯有共同过失。
英英词典释义
Adjective
1. 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"