FACILITATIVE Synonyms: 27 Similar and Opposite Words

facilitative

adjective

Definition of facilitative

as in helpful

providing service or assistance managerial attitudes and practices that have proven to be highly facilitative of increased worker productivity

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as in beneficial

tending to promote or assist the development of something a well-equipped laboratory facilitative to research

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Adjective

Anyone with information helpful to investigators is asked to call Detective Corporal Alan Cintas at 949-715-1262.

— City News Service, Oc Register, 24 July 2026
Some followers wish the company would decrease the number of promos interspersed among the helpful injury updates.

— Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 24 July 2026

Definition of helpful

Adjective

At the end of the day, there are times when taking a more utilitarian approach and leaving utilities exposed is actually more beneficial to the overall design of your outdoor space than attempting to conceal them.

— Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 July 2026
Nevertheless, a correct diagnosis of mild autism can be beneficial.

— Olga Khazan, The Atlantic, 20 July 2026

Definition of beneficial

Adjective

Review social media posts Social media platforms and patient reviews can be a useful tool before visiting for a consultation.

— Ella Moore July 23, Miami Herald, 23 July 2026
Pushing up, squeezing play and trying to regain the ball in advanced positions is a perfectly viable and often successful strategy, particularly when treated as a useful add-on to quality in possession.

— Michael Cox, New York Times, 22 July 2026

Definition of useful

Adjective

Combined with a favorable exchange rate and London’s reputation as a global business and cultural hub, the city continues to attract wealthy buyers looking for both a long-term investment and a European home base.

— Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 22 July 2026
By selling the August $60 put, options traders capture rich implied volatility ahead of August earnings while capitalizing on Ball Corp's robust cash flows, debt reduction discipline, and favorable historical post-earnings price stability.

— Michael Khouw, CNBC, 22 July 2026

Definition of favorable

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