Helped: meaning, definitions and examples

past tense

The word 'helped' is the past tense of the verb 'help'. It indicates that assistance or support was provided to someone or something in the past. Helping someone often involves offering guidance, resources, or aid to improve their situation or solve a problem. In many contexts, it can refer to both physical assistance and emotional or moral support. The action of helping is generally seen as positive and beneficial.

aided, assisted, facilitated, guided, supported.

Examples of usage

• She helped her friend with homework.

• The volunteers helped the community during the crisis.

• He helped his parents cook dinner.

• They helped clean up after the event.

• The teacher helped the students understand the material.