Assistant

Pronunciation: /əˈsɪstənt/

Assistant (noun)

  1. a person who helps someone with their job or tasks
  2. a person who supports a teacher or researcher in their work
  3. a computer program that helps users with tasks or information

Examples

  • The assistant organized the files efficiently.
  • An assistant can help manage daily tasks.

Common collocations: personal assistant, hire an assistant, assistant manager, assistant director, assistant coach

Synonyms of Assistant

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Assistant

  • in contexts of competition or conflict
  • when referring to obstacles or impediments