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

Psyllium husk is a popular supplement that may provide some helpful benefits.

— Melissa Fiorenza, HEALTH, 11 Sep. 2026
Antidepressants can be helpful for moderate to severe depression, but they are typically not warranted for mild depression, as the side effects might outweigh any potential benefits.

— Andrew McLean, The Conversation, 10 Sep. 2026

Definition of helpful

Adjective

Records show Sunshine Residential Homes made political donations beneficial to Hobbs and months later received a rate increase from the state for providing beds for children.

— Jacques Billeaud, Los Angeles Times, 4 Sep. 2026
Yes, the language of Love Island USA is part of its strategic gameplay, so painting your villa-mates as more interested in playing the field than finding love is a beneficial move.

— Ali Barthwell, Vulture, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of beneficial

Adjective

The reactor is particularly useful here because its enormous energy supply can power these life-support systems continuously.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 10 Sep. 2026
To fully understand how useful and how fun the tool is, our best advice is to go check it out.

— Austin Mock, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026

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