assist

as-sist · verb, noun

imported

Definitions

verb, noun

  1. 1.

    To help someone by doing part of their work or giving them support.

  2. 2.

    (Sports) A pass or action that helps a teammate score.

  3. 3.

    To be present at an event (archaic or formal).

  4. 4.

    An act of assistance.

Forms

plural: assists

Related words

Antonyms: hinder, impede, obstruct
See also: assistance, assistant, assisted, help
Synonyms: aid, help, support

Etymology

From Old French assister, from Latin assistere ("to stand by"), from ad- ("to") + sistere ("to cause to stand").