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Synonyms & Similar Words
usefully
cooperatively
obligingly
kindly
generously
charitably
altruistically
selflessly
considerately
thoughtfully
politely
courteously
graciously
benignly
constructively
productively
positively
supportively
assistively
favorably
advantageously
beneficially
profitably
valuably
helpingly
handsomely
hospitably
cordially
warmly
friendly
amicably
peacefully
Meaning of Helpfully
The primary meaning of "Helpfully" is in a manner that provides assistance or support.
Definitions
- Giving or providing help, especially in a practical or useful way
- Intended or intended to assist or be of service
- Having or showing a willingness to assist or help others
Etymology of Helpfully
The word "Helpfully" originates from the Old English and Germanic words "help" and the suffix "-ful", which is used to form adverbs
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to describe actions or behavior that provide assistance or support to others
Example Uses
- The instructor explained the concept helpfully, using simple examples to illustrate the point
- She answered our questions helpfully, providing detailed information about the project
- The staff at the hotel were helpfully attentive to our needs, making our stay comfortable
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
unhelpfully
unsympathetically
uncooperatively
selfishly
thoughtlessly
unkindly
ungenerously
harmfully
unproductively
negatively
unsupportively
unassistively
unfavorably
disadvantageously
unbeneficially
unprofitably
unvaluably
hinderingly
obstructively
resistively
opposingly
contrarily