facilitation
UK: fəˌsɪlɪˈteɪʃən | US: fəˌsɪlɪˈteɪʃən
n. the act of making a process or task easier or smoother
n. the process of helping a group or discussion reach a consensus or goal
facilitation = facil<easy> + itation<noun suffix>
- facil (from Latin facilis, meaning "easy" or "doable")
- itation (a noun-forming suffix derived from Latin -itatio, indicating an action or process)
Etymology Origin:
The word traces back to Latin facilis ("easy"), which itself comes from facere ("to do"). Over time, facilitation evolved in English to describe the act of easing or enabling processes, reflecting its root in simplicity and action. The suffix -itation formalizes it as a noun denoting the act or result of making something easier.
The manager's facilitation of the meeting ensured all voices were heard.
Technology plays a key role in the facilitation of global communication.
Her facilitation skills helped the team resolve conflicts efficiently.
The workshop focused on facilitation techniques for group discussions.
Effective facilitation requires both patience and strategic guidance.