1. tributary

adjective. ['ˈtrɪbjəˌtɛri'] tending to bring about; being partly responsible for.

Words that Rhyme with Tributary

• actuary
• ancillary
• apothecary
• arbitrary
• arbitrary
• aviary
• budgetary
• contemporary
• customary
• deflationary
• dictionary
• dietary
• dignitary
• disciplinary
• discretionary
• disinflationary
• dispensary
• diversionary
• diversionary
• dromedary

Example sentences of the word tributary

1. Noun, singular or mass
Like its parent river, this tributary is quite calm and well-suited for beginners and families with children.

2. Adjective
Lake Creek, a mountain tributary, traverses 60 miles from Lake Chelatna to the glacial Yentna River.

2. tributary

noun. ['ˈtrɪbjəˌtɛri'] a branch that flows into the main stream.

3. tributary

adjective. ['ˈtrɪbjəˌtɛri'] (of a stream) flowing into a larger stream.

4. tributary

adjective. ['ˈtrɪbjəˌtɛri'] paying tribute.