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facilitatory

|fa-cil-i-ta-to-ry|

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/fəˈsɪlɪteɪtəri/

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/fəˈsɪlɪtətəri/

(facilitate)

make easy

Base Form3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleNounNounNounAdjectiveAdverb
facilitatefacilitatesfacilitatedfacilitatedfacilitatingfacilitatorsfacilitationfacilitatorfacilitativefacilitatively
Etymology
Etymology Information

'facilitatory' originates from Latin, specifically the Late Latin verb 'facilitare' (to make easy), itself related to the adjective 'facilis' meaning 'easy'.

Historical Evolution

'facilitatory' developed via the verb 'facilitate' (from Late Latin 'facilitare') which entered English through French/Latin influence; the adjective form 'facilitatory' was later formed in English from that verb.

Meaning Changes

Initially related to 'easy' or 'to make easy' in Latin ('facilis'/'facilitare'); over time it evolved into the English adjective meaning 'serving to make something easier' or 'promoting a process'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

serving to make a process or action easier; promoting or assisting an outcome.

The new regulations had a facilitatory effect on cross-border trade.

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Last updated: 2025/11/16 09:12