assisting
- 01 B1 Intermediate
v.helping someone to do a job or task.
v.the present participle of 'assist', used to describe the act of providing help or support to a person or process.
Simple“She is currently assisting the doctor with the new patients.”
In context“The legal team is assisting the lead counsel in preparing the complex documentation required for the upcoming trial.”
UsageOften followed by 'with' or 'in'.
SynonymsAntonyms - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.the act of giving help or support.
n.the gerund form of 'assist', used as a noun to refer to the provision of aid or support.
Simple“Assisting others can be a very rewarding experience.”
In context“The policy focuses on assisting small businesses through low-interest loans and professional mentorship programs.”
SynonymsAntonyms - 03 C2 Proficiency
adj.providing help or acting as a support.
adj.functioning as an auxiliary or helpful agent; this usage is largely replaced by 'assistant' or 'auxiliary' in modern contexts.
Simple“The assisting forces arrived just in time to help the village.”
In context“In the old records, he was described as an assisting member of the local council, though his specific duties remained unclear.”
Teacher's tipThis adjective sense is archaic; modern speakers should use 'assistant' (e.g., an assistant manager) instead.
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