Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word To help or support someone in doing something, providing aid or effort.
Assist
/əˈsɪst/Synonyms:
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Examples:
Many circumstances assisted the temptation.
But then you have relatives, somebody who could assist you?"
'Allow me, sir,' said Parker, and sprang forward to assist him.
Etymology:
The word assist originated from the Latin word assistere, meaning "to stand by or to stand near." It was adopted into Middle French as assister, which then transitioned into English during the 15th century.
Usage Statistics:
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