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assistance
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as·sis·tance

noun \ə-ˈsis-tən(t)s\

Definition of ASSISTANCE

: the act of assisting or the help supplied : aid <financial and technical assistance>
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Examples of ASSISTANCE

  1. Any assistance you can give me would be appreciated.
  2. I'll be happy to provide you with whatever assistance you may need.

First Known Use of ASSISTANCE

14th century

Related to ASSISTANCE

Synonyms
abetment, aid, assist, help, backing, boost, hand, helping hand, leg up, lift, support
Antonyms
hindrance

Rhymes with ASSISTANCE

long-distance, mean distance, resistance

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