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ASSIST

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Assist.

How to pronounce assist:

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Assist - as a noun

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

Example: "He gave me an assist with the housework"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
aid4assistance12help9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
activity16
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

(sports) the act of enabling another player to make a good play

Assist - as a verb

Give help or assistance; be of service

Example: "Everyone helped out during the earthquake"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
aid4help9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
back upsupport11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Act as an assistant in a subordinate or supportive function

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
work11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Work for, or be a servant to

Example: "May i serve you?"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
attend7attend toserve8wait on
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
aid4assist6help9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The team's star player provided a crucial assist in the final minutes of the game."
"She volunteered as an assist in the local community center."
"The assist from her colleague helped her complete the project on time."
"He received an assist from his friend to secure a job interview."
"The doctor's assist during the surgery ensured a successful outcome."
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Word Game Points

Is ASSIST a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, assist is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ASSIST has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.

Is ASSIST a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, assist is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ASSIST has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 6.

Is ASSIST a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, assist is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ASSIST has a WORDFEUD points total of 6.

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