assist Definition
- 1to help someone or something, especially by making a particular job or task easier or by doing part of the work
- 2an act of helping someone or something
Using assist: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "assist" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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I'll assist you with your homework.
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The new software will assist in data analysis.
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The nurse assisted the doctor during the surgery.
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The company provided financial assistance to the victims of the natural disaster.
assist Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with assist
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Can you assist in setting up the equipment for the presentation?
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I can assist you with your project if you need any help.
self-assist
the act of helping oneself without external aid or assistance
Example
The self-assist program encourages individuals to take responsibility for their own well-being.
Origins of assist
from Latin 'assistere', meaning 'to stand by'
Summary: assist in Brief
To 'assist' [əˈsɪst] means to help someone or something, often by making a job or task easier or by doing part of the work. It can be used in phrases like 'assist in' and 'assist with,' which denote helping with a particular task or job. 'Assist' can also be used as a noun to refer to an act of helping someone or something. Examples include 'The nurse assisted the doctor during the surgery' and 'The company provided financial assistance to the victims of the natural disaster.'
