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Facilitative: meaning, definitions and examples

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facilitative

 

[ fəˈsɪlɪtətɪv ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

general use

Facilitative refers to something that assists or helps in the process of making something easier or more accessible. It is often used in contexts related to learning, communication, and problem-solving, where certain approaches or tools facilitate better understanding or collaboration.

Synonyms

assisting, enabling, helpful, supportive

Examples of usage

  • The teacher used facilitative techniques to enhance student participation.
  • The facilitative role of the mediator helped resolve the conflict.
  • Her facilitative approach made the workshop much more productive.

Translations

Translations of the word "facilitative" in other languages:

🇵🇹 facilitador

🇮🇳 सुविधाजनक

🇩🇪 erleichternd

🇮🇩 memfasilitasi

🇺🇦 полегшуючий

🇵🇱 facylitacyjny

🇯🇵 促進的な

🇫🇷 facilitateur

🇪🇸 facilitador

🇹🇷 kolaylaştırıcı

🇰🇷 촉진하는

🇸🇦 مساعد

🇨🇿 usnadňující

🇸🇰 uľahčujúci

🇨🇳 促进的

🇸🇮 facilitativni

🇮🇸 aðstoðandi

🇰🇿 жеңілдететін

🇬🇪 შესაძლებელი

🇦🇿 asanlaşdırıcı

🇲🇽 facilitador

Etymology

The word 'facilitative' is derived from the verb 'facilitate', which originates from the Latin word 'facilitare', meaning 'to make easy'. The prefix 'facili-' in Latin relates to ease, which is a descriptor for uncomplicated processes. The transition into English occurred in the 15th century, where the term began to take on its current form, emphasizing the aspect of making actions easier or more attainable. The usage of 'facilitative' has grown in various fields, including education, management, and therapy, highlighting the importance of supportive roles and methods in achieving effective communication and problem resolution. The evolution of the term reflects broader societal trends prioritizing collaboration, inclusivity, and accessibility.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,246 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.