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facilitate

verb C1 Formal

Meaning

To facilitate is to make a process or action easier or more achievable by providing assistance, resources, or guidance, often implying an active role in removing obstacles or enhancing efficiency in a given context.
💡 While "facilitate" is often used in formal contexts, it is important to avoid confusion with "enable," which implies granting the ability to do something rather than merely making it easier.

Example Sentences

The new software will facilitate communication between different departments .
The new software will facilitate data analysis for researchers .

Common Phrases

facilitate communication facilitate collaboration facilitate learning

Synonyms

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