assisted

UK: əˈsɪstɪd | US: əˈsɪstɪd

Definition
  1. vt. helped or supported someone in doing something

  2. adj. involving help or support from another person or device

Structure
assist <help>ed <past tense suffix>
Etymology

The word "assisted" derives from the Latin assistere, meaning "to stand by" or "to help," formed from ad- (toward) + sistere (to stand). The morpheme "assist" retains its core meaning of providing aid, while the suffix "-ed" marks the past tense or past participle form. Over time, the word evolved in Middle English via Old French assister, solidifying its modern usage in contexts involving support or collaboration.

Examples
  1. The nurse assisted the doctor during the surgery.

  2. He assisted his friend in moving to a new apartment.

  3. The software includes an assisted editing feature for beginners.

  4. She was assisted by a team of volunteers at the event.

  5. The robot assisted in lifting heavy objects.