Tributary
Noun/Adjectiveउपनदी/वसल राज्य
Definition
A river or stream that flows into a larger river or lake (**Noun**); also, a state or region that pays tribute to a more powerful entity (**Adjective** in context).
Contextual Sentence: "The Yamuna is a major tributary of the Ganges, contributing significantly to its flow during the monsoon season."
💡 Memory Hook (Mnemonic): **T**iny **R**ivers **U**nite—**B**ig rivers get their **T**ribute! (or think of **T**ribute-paying **R**ulers like medieval vassals).
Synonyms
affluent
subordinate
vassal
Antonyms
source
independent
autonomous