Synonyms for

Assist

Verb / ʌˈsɪst / Another word for assist — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to help or support someone or something

Synonyms & similar words

serve assistance aid waiton help attendto attend aid help support aiding backing helping relief serve succor cooperate

Synonyms by register

Formal

aid succor facilitate support

Informal

help out lend a hand give a hand pitch in

Literary

abet befriend

Antonyms

hinder obstruct impede prevent thwart oppose block

Common collocations

  • assist someone
  • assist in
  • assist the process
  • assist the development
  • assist the investigation
  • assist the user
  • assist with
  • assist the team

Word family

noun assistance
verb assist
adjective assisting
adverb assistively

Usage note

While 'assist' can be used in most contexts, it is often considered slightly more formal than 'help'. It is commonly used in professional or technical settings.

Example sentences

  1. Can you assist me with carrying these books?
  2. The teacher's assistant helped the students with their work.
  3. The firefighters came to assist with putting out the fire.
  4. I will assist you in finding your lost toy.
  5. The nurse will assist the doctor during surgery.

Quotes

  • We can't help everyone, but everyone can help someone. - Ronald Reagan
  • No person was ever honored for what he received. Honor has been the reward for what he gave. - Calvin Coolidge
  • The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others. - Mahatma Gandhi

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