aid
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- noun
- /eɪd/
:
ayuda
- Three months on since the last great flood, the public is advised to take refuge at their local shelter, but aid workers say vital supplies are not reaching those most in need.
- financial aid
- foreign aid
- humanitarian aid
We can give lethal aid to the Ukrainians.
- We can give lethal aid to the Ukrainians.
- They say there have been previous world aid cycles in the past.
- Look, Republicans paint food aid as far left.
- Yeah, same with logistics, food aid, that kind of thing.
- Social services programs, aid that are available to them.
- So it's not, it's not an aid, it's not a detriment.
- My question about the aid from foreign countries.
- So it's, you know, first aid hand to hand, you know, CQB kind of stuff.
Examples
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Parents were interviewed with the aid of a questionnaire before and six weeks after surgery.
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During difficult times, many people rely on government aid for support.
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My question about the aid from foreign countries.
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If you ever need... need me to be of aid in any way.
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We're going to the aid of the remaining troops over here.
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And no one came to his aid.
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Our president took a great risk to come to your aid against strong opposition in both parties and among our allies.
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UNHCR sends more aid to Honduras than any other UN agency.
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The organization provided crucial aid to the victims of the earthquake.
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The charity sent medical aid to the remote village after the storm.
Synonyms
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An act that makes something easier for someone
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Help given to someone that makes a task easier or gives money
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Money given to help a person or project
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1.3
Help given to people after a disaster, like food or shelter
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2.6
Money or support that helps people pay for school and living costs
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2.8
Help, often money, that one country gives another to help it grow or recover
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2.1
Money given to help pay for a project, charity, or person
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Someone who gives support when you need it
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3.3
Help by giving money or goods to people in need
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3.2
People give money to help a country, organization, or person improve their economy
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3.1
Money and resources given to help people and countries with their economy
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2.3
Help from a doctor or nurse for illness and injury
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Help or approval, often with money, that lets a project continue
Antonyms
Idioms
- Offensive
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9.8
To believe an idea without asking questions because you strongly support it
Compounds
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People give money to help a country, organization, or person improve their economy
- Specialized
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5.8
Money given to a person, school or local government to pay for a specific project
- Jargon
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3.9
Voluntary help neighbors and other people give each other, often during crises
- Archaic
A small electronic device worn in or behind the ear that makes sounds louder for people who cannot hear well
How Much Aid
Surface Forms
Etymology
Aid comes from the Latin verb adiuvare meaning 'to help', so aid as a noun is the help or support given to people in need.