assist
noun
1. the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose
- he gave me an assist with the housework
- could not walk without assistance
Similar word(s): aid, assistance, help
Definition categories: act, activity
2. (sports) the act of enabling another player to make a good play
Definition categories: act, maneuver, manoeuvre, play
Sentences with assist as a noun:
- The foundation gave a much needed assist to the shelter.
- He had two assists in the game.
verb
1. give help or assistance; be of service
Definition categories: social, support
2. act as an assistant in a subordinate or supportive function
Definition categories: social, work
3. work for or be a servant to
- Is a salesperson assisting you?
Similar word(s): attend, serve
Definition categories: social, aid, assist, help
Sentences with assist as a verb:
- A great part of the nobility assisted to his opinion.