Definitions

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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"Human migration has always existed, facilitated by mobility and social networks," she noted.

From Science Daily • Apr. 28, 2026

Authorities added that to achieve this goal Plahotniuc allegedly facilitated Shor's entry into the shareholdings of some commercial banks, leading to fraud.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

"They say they have facilitated the media. No doubt they have given 5G internet speeds," said journalist Nadir Guramani.

From Barron's • Apr. 11, 2026

The message went via a Pakistani facilitated back channel, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

Having sympathetic warders facilitated one of our most vital tasks on Robben Island: communication.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela