Helpful

usgb/ˈhelpfl/
adjective

Something or someone that gives assistance or makes things easier.

Your tips were really helpful in solving this problem.
Visual representation of "helpful" - Something or someone that gives assistance or makes things easier.

Often appears as...

  • extremely helpful
  • really helpful

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Approving

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Offering Support

Use 'helpful' to praise someone who provides useful support or assistance.

Illustration for Offering Support
Monica was helpful in organizing the event.
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Inanimate Assistance

'Helpful' can describe objects that aid tasks, not just people.

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The manual was helpful for understanding the software.
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Subtle Encouragement

'Helpful' carries a positive tone, implying encouragement and approval.

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His feedback was helpful, making me feel more confident.
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accommodateadvantageousbeneficialconsiderateconstructivecooperativekindsupportuseful
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