assistable
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/əˈsɪstəbl/
(assist)
help or support
Etymology
Etymology Information
'assistable' originates from the verb 'assist', which comes from Latin 'assistere', meaning 'to stand by'.
Historical Evolution
'assistere' transformed into the Old French word 'assister', and eventually became the modern English word 'assist'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to stand by or near', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to help or support'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of being assisted or helped.
The new software is assistable by the technical support team.
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Last updated: 2025/06/21 04:54