Helpful
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈhɛlp.fl̩/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Helpful is an adjective meaning Furnishing help; giving aid; useful.
Meaning
Furnishing help; giving aid; useful.
Example Sentences
a helpful clue
a helpful person
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Word Forms
- helpfull
- helpefull
Synonyms for helpful
Depending on context, synonyms include friendly, obliging, kind, adjuvant, useful, cooperative.
Antonyms for helpful
Common opposites include unhelpful.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include facilitatory, accommodating, adjuvant, facilitative, utile, useful.
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