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Textual thesaurus for "assist"

(noun) aid, assistance, help

the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose

he gave me an assist with the housework; could not walk without assistance; rescue party went to their aid; offered his help in unloading


(verb) attend, attend to, wait on, serve

work for or be a servant to

May I serve you?; She attends the old lady in the wheelchair; Can you wait on our table, please?; Is a salesperson assisting you?; The minister served the King for many years


(verb) aid, help

give help or assistance; be of service

Everyone helped out during the earthquake; Can you help me carry this table?; She never helps around the house