assistance
nounDivide assistance into syllables:
as · sis · tance
How to pronounce assistance:
Definition of assistance:
- assistance (noun):
- help or support
- the act of helping or assisting someone or the help supplied aid
- the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose.
Synonyms for assistance:
refugeaccommodationministrationsuccorreinforcementsupportbackingsustenanceliftadviceShow 15 more
Antonyms for assistance:
interruptionhurtdeterrencestoppageproblemneedblockimpairmentdefectinconvenienceShow 15 more
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