helpfulness
|help-ful-ness|
B2
/ˈhɛlpfəlnəs/
(helpful)
not useful
Etymology
Etymology Information
'helpfulness' originates from the Old English word 'helpan,' where 'help' meant 'to assist or support.'
Historical Evolution
'helpan' transformed into the Middle English word 'helpen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'help.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to assist or support,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality of being helpful or useful.
Her helpfulness was greatly appreciated during the project.
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Last updated: 2025/04/18 02:57