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assist

 

[ əˈsɪst ]

Verb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Verb

to help

To assist means to give support or aid to someone in need. It involves offering help or guidance to make a task easier or possible for the person receiving assistance. Assisting can range from providing physical help, such as carrying something heavy, to offering advice or expertise in a particular area.

Synonyms

aid, aid, facilitate, help, support.

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Word Description / Examples
assist

Used in formal or professional settings, often implying a direct and specific action.

  • The assistant will assist you with your paperwork
help

General term for providing assistance or support in everyday situations, informal.

  • Can you help me with my homework?
aid

Usually implies providing help or support in difficult situations, often in the context of humanitarian efforts or medical emergencies.

  • The charity aims to aid those affected by the disaster
support

Implies offering assistance in the form of emotional, financial, or logistical means, often in long-term scenarios.

  • She needs emotional support during this tough time
facilitate

Used in contexts where the action involves making a process easier or more efficient, often in professional or technical environments.

  • The new software will facilitate faster data processing

Examples of usage

  • He assisted his elderly neighbor with carrying groceries.
  • The teacher assisted the students in understanding the complex concept.
  • She always assists her colleagues when they need help.
  • Assisting others in need is a noble act of kindness.
  • The team worked together to assist each other in completing the project.

Translations

Translations of the word "assist" in other languages:

🇵🇹 assistir

🇮🇳 मदद करना

🇩🇪 helfen

🇮🇩 membantu

🇺🇦 допомагати

🇵🇱 pomagać

🇯🇵 助ける (たすける)

🇫🇷 aider

🇪🇸 ayudar

🇹🇷 yardım etmek

🇰🇷 돕다

🇸🇦 مساعدة

🇨🇿 pomáhat

🇸🇰 pomáhať

🇨🇳 帮助 (bāngzhù)

🇸🇮 pomagati

🇮🇸 aðstoða

🇰🇿 көмектесу

🇬🇪 დახმარება (dakhmareba)

🇦🇿 kömək etmək

🇲🇽 ayudar

Etymology

The word 'assist' originated from the Latin word 'assistere', which means 'to stand by'. It was first used in the English language in the 15th century. Over time, 'assist' has evolved to signify helping or supporting someone in various tasks or endeavors. The concept of assistance has been valued in different cultures throughout history, highlighting the importance of cooperation and mutual aid.

See also: assistance, assister, assisting, unassisted.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #2,239, this word belongs to solid intermediate vocabulary. It's frequently used in both casual and formal contexts and is worth learning for better fluency.