assist

[uh-sist] / əˈsɪst /

NOUN

help

Synonyms

STRONG

abetment aid assistance backing benefit boost collaboration comfort compensation cooperation facilitation furtherance hand lift reinforcement relief service support

WEAK

helping hand

Antonyms

STRONG

blockage damage delay discouragement encumbrance harm hindrance hurt impediment injury loss obstruction opposition prevention stop stoppage

WEAK

thwarting

VERB

help

Synonyms

STRONGEST

aid back benefit boost cooperate expedite facilitate reinforce support sustain take care of

STRONG

abet collaborate further hype plug puff push relieve serve stump thump

WEAK

bail out do for give a boost give a leg up give a lift go down the line for go for go to bat for go with grease the wheels lend a hand make a pitch for open doors put on the map ride shotgun root for run interference for stand up for work for work with

Antonyms

STRONGEST

block check delay discourage halt handicap hinder hurt impede injure obstruct prevent stop undermine

STRONG

conceal frustrate hide

WEAK

thwart

Example Sentences

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When using a vehicle with level 2 automation, the driver must remain in control and attentive while the system assists with braking, acceleration or steering.

From Los Angeles Times

In recent years the UK government has assisted the Belgian authorities with technology such as drones to help track smugglers along the coast.

From BBC

Doncic checked out with 1:41 remaining to a standing ovation with 51 points, 10 rebounds and nine assists to lead the Lakers to a 142-130 win over the Chicago Bulls.

From Los Angeles Times

The senior tallied 12 points, 10 rebounds and 12 assists.

From Los Angeles Times

In the meantime, the board and leadership will assist its dancers in successfully transitioning out of the company and into other opportunities.

From Los Angeles Times

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