assist

Meanings

• the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose
  • "he gave me an assist with the housework"
  • "could not walk without assistance"
• (sports) the act of enabling another player to make a good play
• give help or assistance; be of service
• act as an assistant in a subordinate or supportive function
• work for or be a servant to
  • "Is a salesperson assisting you?"

Synonyms

aid, assistance, attend, attend to, help, serve, wait on