assist
Translation
to assist, to help, to aid
Examples
Can you assist me with this heavy box?
Can you assist me with this heavy box?
The software will assist users in their tasks.
The software will assist users in their tasks.
He assisted in the creation of the project.
He assisted in the creation of the project.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) ((with sth.)) to help (sb.) with (sth.) She assisted him with his homework.
((sb.)) ((in -ing)) to help (sb.) in doing (sth.) They assisted us in finding the location.
((in sth.)) to help in (sth.) He assisted in the rescue effort.
Similar Words
Synonyms: help, aid, support; Antonyms: hinder, obstruct
Etymology
From Latin 'ad-' (to, at) + 'sistere' (to stand), meaning 'to stand by'.
Memory Tips
An 'assistant' is someone who 'stands by' to help you.