facilitated

[fuh-sil-i-tey-tid] / fəˈsɪl ɪˌteɪ tɪd /

VERB

assist the progress of

Synonyms

STRONGEST

aid ease expedite further help promote simplify speed

STRONG

forward smooth

WEAK

grease the wheels hand-carry make easy open doors run interference for speed up walk through

Antonyms

STRONGEST

block cease check delay halt hinder hurt impede injure make difficult obstruct slow stop worsen

WEAK

detain prohibit

Example Sentences

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facilitated

In correspondence previously provided to the BBC, the Met said: "The live investigation into those who could have facilitated or enabled Mohamed Al Fayed's offending continues."

From BBC ● Aug. 15, 2026

“Any post-birth childcare arrangement made in this matter was a private decision between the parties and was neither recommended, authorized, nor facilitated by ACRC,” Li wrote in an email.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 31, 2026

The use of flammable materials as decoration may have facilitated the rapid spread of the fire, which originated near the stage, police say.

From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2026

Central banks in Japan and China have in the recent past facilitated purchases of domestic stocks via ETFs, Balchunas pointed out.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 11, 2026

Our desks were arranged in a U shape because Ms. McCrea said that being able to see each other facilitated discussion.

From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan