assistance

[uh-sis-tuhns] / əˈsɪs təns /

NOUN

help

Synonyms

STRONGEST

aid backing benefit compensation cooperation help relief service support

STRONG

abetment assist boost collaboration comfort facilitation furtherance hand handout lift reinforcement sustenance

WEAK

helping hand

Antonyms

STRONGEST

blockage damage harm hindrance hurt injury loss obstruction opposition stop

STRONG

stoppage

Example Sentences

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This has forced humanitarian groups to rely on aircraft to deliver assistance - at huge cost.

From BBC

“Of course! She’ll be as pleased with the assistance as I am.”

From Literature

I opened my mouth to call out for assistance but then thought better of it.

From Literature

The proposal would help fund healthcare, education and food assistance.

From Los Angeles Times

At one point he claimed the United States did not require assistance from other countries.

From Los Angeles Times