Synonyms: tending, care, aid, attention
Definition: the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something
Usage: no medical care was required; the old car needs constant attention
Similar words: work
Definition: activity directed toward making or doing something
Usage: she checked several points needing further work
Synonyms: aid, assist, assistance, help
Definition: the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose
Usage: he gave me an assist with the housework; could not walk without assistance; rescue party went to their aid; offered his help in unloading
Similar words: activity
Definition: any specific behavior
Usage: they avoided all recreational activity
Synonyms: help, assistance, aid
Definition: a resource
Usage: visual aids in teaching
Similar words: resource
Definition: a source of aid or support that may be drawn upon when needed
Usage: the local library is a valuable resource
Synonyms: aid, financial aid, economic aid
Definition: money to support a worthy person or cause
Similar words: gift
Definition: something acquired without compensation
Definition: improve the condition of
Usage: These pills will help the patient
Similar words: meliorate, improve, ameliorate, amend, better
Definition: to make better
Usage: The editor improved the manuscript with his changes
Definition: give help or assistance; be of service
Usage: Everyone helped out during the earthquake; Can you help me carry this table?; She never helps around the house
Similar words: back up, support
Definition: give moral or psychological support, aid, or courage to
Usage: She supported him during the illness; Her children always backed her up