FACILITATION Synonyms: 55 Similar and Opposite Words

facilitation

noun

Definition of facilitation

as in support

an act or instance of helping She received mostly positive feedback on her facilitation of the workshop.

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Recent Examples of facilitation Her services include keynote speeches, panel moderation and workshop facilitation. — Nasha Smith, PEOPLE, 2 Sep. 2026 That doesn’t require elaborate facilitation techniques or hours of preparation. — Alison Wood Brooks, Harvard Business Review, 17 Aug. 2026 The call for a tougher law-and-order approach has prompted multiple Republican states to pass laws that penalize homeless encampments or expand the facilitation of involuntary institutionalizations. — Aaron Navarro, CBS News, 29 July 2026 In the years immediately following the Partition of the Indian subcontinent in August 1947 and the first India-Pakistan war a few months later, the two nations ramped up trade and inked new trade facilitation deals. — Michael Kugelman, Time, 26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for facilitation

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Noun

On a longer flight, having some additional neck support can make a significant difference.

— Julie Rousseau, Travel + Leisure, 26 Sep. 2026
Days passed without the administration providing Impacted Party 1 any traditional support services, that would have included time off.

— Kevin Rennie, Hartford Courant, 26 Sep. 2026

Definition of support

Noun

Many legislators from both parties also have endorsed the use of state funds to expand energy assistance.

— Keith M. Phaneuf, Hartford Courant, 26 Sep. 2026
Know More The dispute became public earlier this year as Washington sought to negotiate new health agreements with African governments that tied US assistance to commitments on health systems, data and other areas.

— Yinka Adegoke, semafor.com, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of assistance

Noun

Someone could offer knowledge, encouragement, or an introduction that makes an idea feel less imaginary.

— Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 Sep. 2026
Sorkin and Fincher have remained close, and Sorkin has continued to rely on Fincher’s insight and encouragement.

— Chris O'Falt, IndieWire, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of encouragement

Noun

This led him to seek financial sponsorship to study at Mkuyu Wildlife School, which eventually led him to the opportunity to become a guide at Usangu Expedition Camp, part of safari company Asilia Africa.

— Juliet Kinsman, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Sep. 2026
The Milwaukee Bucks announced a new jersey patch sponsorship with packaging company Uline, starting in the 2026-27 season.

— Ricardo Torres, jsonline.com, 22 Sep. 2026

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