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Helpfully
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Simple meaning
What does Helpfully mean?
Helpfully means in a useful or supportive way.
Dictionary definition
Helpfully means in a way that gives support or makes something easier.
Example sentences
Helpfully in a sentence
easy
Sam helpfully pointed to the correct page.
medium
The diagram helpfully showed each step.
hard
A clear example can helpfully connect a new word to a familiar idea.
Synonyms
Words like Helpfully
usefullyIn a way that helps.
supportivelyIn a way that gives support.
kindlyIn a caring or helpful way.
Antonyms
Opposite words
unhelpfullyIn a way that does not help.
confusinglyIn a way that is hard to understand.
carelesslyWithout enough care.
Word family
Helpfully word family
Base word
helpfully
adjective
helpful
Useful or ready to help.
noun
helpfulness
The quality of being helpful.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does helpfully mean?
Helpfully means helpfully means in a useful or supportive way.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to helpfully?
Usefully is closest in meaning to helpfully in this context.
Practice 3
Which word is most opposite or different in meaning from helpfully?
Unhelpfully gives a useful opposite or contrast for helpfully.
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