Synonyms for

Facilitated

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

Definition

to make something easier or more convenient to do

Synonyms & similar words

alleviate help facilitate ease aided assisted helped streamlined simplified expedited smoothed enabled encouraged supported fostered promoted advanced boosted accelerated eased

Synonyms by register

Formal

assisted aided enabled supported

Informal

helped eased smoothed made easier

Literary

nurtured fostered furthered

Antonyms

hindered obstructed impeded hampered blocked prevented

Common collocations

  • facilitated the process
  • facilitated communication
  • facilitated growth
  • facilitated learning
  • facilitated trade
  • facilitated access
  • facilitated discussion

Word family

noun facilitation
verb facilitate
adjective facilitative
adverb facilitatively

Usage note

This word is often used in formal or academic contexts to describe making a process or action easier. Avoid using it in very casual conversation where simpler alternatives like 'helped' are more appropriate.

Example sentences

  1. The facilitator helped us brainstorm ideas for the project.
  2. The new technology facilitated communication between team members.
  3. The manager facilitated the training session for new employees.
  4. The road construction facilitated the flow of traffic.
  5. The program was designed to facilitate learning for students with different abilities.

Quotes

  • Facilitate don't dictate. - Jocko Willink
  • The role of the teacher is to facilitate learning and growth. - Unknown
  • Facilitation transforms a group of people into a team. - Dale Hunter

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