Synonyms of aided

aided

verb

past tense of aid

as in assisted

to provide (someone) with what is useful or necessary to achieve an end

sought to aid her in her search for a dachshund puppy by looking online

Synonyms & Similar Words

• assisted
• helped
• supported
• abetted
• backed
• reinforced
• facilitated
• propped (up)
• bolstered
• saved
• encouraged
• guided
• backstopped
• endorsed
• promoted
• furthered
• sponsored
• bore a hand
• fostered
• benefited
• forwarded
• comforted
• championed
• launched
• stood one in good stead
• sustained
• attended
• rescued
• served
• eased
• advanced
• patronized
• succored
• buttressed
• ministered (to)
• advised
• profited
• boosted
• nurtured
• obliged
• emboldened
• mentored
• favored
• counseled
• heartened
• cared (for)
• bailed out
• delivered

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• hindered
• hampered
• impeded
• opposed
• handicapped
• restrained
• constrained
• inhibited
• blocked
• obstructed
• interfered
• barred
• thwarted
• failed
• balked
• held back
• strangled
• frustrated
• baffled
• foiled
• disappointed
• deserted
• discouraged
• let down
• sabotaged
• inconvenienced
• injured
• stunted
• damaged
• hurt
• stifled
• disheartened
• retarded
• harmed
• repressed
• straitened

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of aided

In perhaps the most likely outcome, humans will continue to be responsible for many discoveries, often aided by AI along the way. — Jeffrey S. Flier, STAT, 5 Oct. 2026

The Horned Frogs were aided by BYU’s offensive line committing multiple penalties and having multiple low snaps to Bachmeier, but even without BYU’s mistakes, the Horned Frogs routinely disrupted BYU’s offensive rhythm. — Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Oct. 2026

Jamal Roberts rushed for a career-high 211 yards and three TDs, aided by two 70-yard-plus runs, for his first multi-touchdown game. — Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 4 Oct. 2026

As a teen, Kuvshynova briefly aided foreign reporters during the popular uprising in 2014 against Ukraine's then pro-Russian president, who ultimately fled. — David Folkenflik, NPR, 4 Oct. 2026

The regional official also said security agencies from four regional countries were working to establish the co-pilot’s motives, aided by the United States and other Western governments. — ABC News, 3 Oct. 2026

The regional official also said security agencies from four regional countries were working to establish the copilot’s motives, aided by the United States and other Western governments. — Samy Magdy, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2026

Middleton spent Wednesday with the West Sussex Minibus, which acts as a vital lifeline for people who cannot easily access public transport due to isolation, mobility challenges or financial barriers, and those aided by the organization’s services. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2026

For the second time this season, three distinct tropical cyclones are spinning out in the Pacific Ocean south of California, aided by the warm water and extra rising air that El Niño provides. — Sean MacAday, Sacbee.com, 27 Sep. 2026