Synonyms for Tributary (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (a branch that flows into the main stream):
affluent, confluent, feeder
WordNet sense 2 (being of second rank or importance or value; not direct or immediate):
secondary
WordNet sense 3 (caused by law or conscience to follow a certain course):
obligated
WordNet sense 4 (tending to bring about; being partly responsible for):
conducive, contributory, contributing, contributive
WordNet sense 5 (producing an effect):
causative
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