assistant
Translation
assistant, helper, aide
Examples
She works as a personal assistant.
She works as a personal assistant.
I need an assistant to help with my work.
I need an assistant to help with my work.
Grammar Patterns
a/an ... assistant a type of assistant He is a research assistant.
assistant ((to sb.)) an assistant for a person She is the assistant to the manager.
Similar Words
Synonyms: helper, aide, associate
Etymology
From the verb 'assist'. The suffix '-ant' denotes a person who performs an action.
Memory Tips
An assistANT is a person ('-ant') who gives assistance.