What does helping mean?
Helping means The act of giving aid or assistance (to)..
Helping
/ˈhɛlpɪŋ/ · noun
Meaning
The act of giving aid or assistance (to)..
Definitions by Sense
- The act of giving aid or assistance (to).
- (countable) A portion or serving, especially of food that one takes for oneself, or to which one helps oneself.
- (figurative, countable) An amount or quantity.
- present participle and gerund of help
Example Sentences
She finds great joy in helping people.
She eagerly took a second helping of ice cream.
Wayne Rooney marked his England return with the goal that secured a place in Euro 2012's last eight - but it was a rough passage eased by helpings of good fortune and controversy against Ukraine.
Synonyms for helping
Antonyms for helping
Related Words
Word Forms
- helpings
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for helping?
Common synonyms include assist, assistance, portion, serving.
What is the opposite of helping?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use helping in a sentence?
She finds great joy in helping people.
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