The Meaning of Root Word TRIB

Whenever you see the root word TRIB, look for something that is relating to paying, or bestowing upon.

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The meaning of root word TRIB is from the Latin tribuere meaning:

to PAY
to BESTOW, or ACCORD, IMPART, AWARD

Both meanings indicate GIVING

Let’s look at some illustrated sentence examples. First . . .

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CONTRIBUTE

Definition: to give or supply something to others, often money

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The picture shows a large green bucket with the sign “Donations” on the front.

Sentence example: Rather than charge a fixed price, a Donations bucket was placed in a prominent place for anyone who wished to contribute toward the expenses.

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TRIBUTE

Definition: an action, gift or statement to show gratitude, respect, or admiration

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In the picture we see Buckingham Palace, London, just after the death of Queen Elizabeth II was announced.

Sentence example: September 9, 2022
Crowds gather outside Buckingham Palace to pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth II.

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RETRIBUTION

Definition: punishment given in return for a wrong committed

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The picture shows Hiroshima after the atomic bomb was dropped.

Sentence example: It has been debated whether the dropping of the atomic bomb on Hiroshima in August, 1945, was retribution for the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbour in December, 1941.

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TRIBUTARY

Definition: a river or stream flowing into a larger river or lake

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The picture shows a satellite image of the Amazon.

Sentence example: This image provided by the Sentinel-1 mission shows water bodies in blue, so the Amazon River can be clearly seen and the various tributaries (the thin blue lines) which flow into it.

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ATTRIBUTE (verb)

Definition: to regard something as the cause of something

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In the picture we see Paul McCartney with his father Jim.

Sentence example: Paul McCartney attributed his love of music mainly to his father Jim.

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So remember, when you see a word containing the root TRIB, look for a connection with the meaning:

to PAY
to BESTOW, or ACCORD, IMPART, AWARD

Both meaning indicate GIVING

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If you are interested in the root word TRIB, be sure to check this entry in The Word Root Guide:
Words Containing ACER | ACID | ACRI – Illustrated Examples

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