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Definition of assistance

assistance

/əˈsɪs.təns/
as · sis · tance
Adjective:assistant
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• noun

1

The action of helping someone by sharing work or providing necessary resources.

Example

"The stranded motorists waited patiently for roadside assistance to arrive."

2

Financial or material provision supplied to individuals or groups in need, especially by a government or charity.

Example

"Low-income families can apply for federal assistance to cover their winter heating bills."

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• Rhymes for assistance

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 14th century from Old French assistance, from Medieval Latin assistentia, ultimately derived from Latin assistere ('to stand by, help'), formed from ad- ('to') and sistere ('to stand firm').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Assistance. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/assistance
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