Assistant Synonyms and Antonyms
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Synonyms for Assistant
Designating or of any of the noncombat ships, as tankers or tenders, that form the service fleet of a navy
One appointed as the substitute of another, and empowered to act for him, in his name or his behalf; a substitute in office; a lieutenant; a representative; a delegate; a vicegerent; as, the deputy of a prince, of a sheriff, of a township, etc.
A fellow worker in the same profession; associate
A person who collaborates
An assistant
A person who is acquiring a trade, craft, or skill under specified conditions, usually as a member of a labor union
A junior member of a law firm who typically works on salary and does not share in the ownership, profits, or decision-making of the firm.
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The definition of subsidiary is something that gives support, something that is secondary in importance or an organizational group that is in a lower organizational position.
The definition of an aide is a person who does certain things for another person that makes that person's job easier or more efficient.
A loyal and trusted follower or subordinate.
One who will receive property pursuant to a power of appointment. See also power of appointment.
One that can always be relied on, as in an emergency.
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Tending to contribute to a result
An elastic, girdlelike device worn to support the back, abdomen, etc.
A supporter, as of a cause or individual:
Auxiliary or accessory:
The definition of a partner is a person who takes part in an activity or business with others or one of two people who are in a relationship.
(U.S. Mil.) A title used in addressing a first lieutenant or second lieutenant
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A member of the US House of Representatives or of the lower house of a state legislature.
Alternative spelling of second-in-command.
A managerial or leading position in certain non-profit organizations, such as political parties, trade unions, international organizations.
A person who supports or gives help, as to a protégé or undertaking; patron; sponsor
Present in a minor amount, and not essential.
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A gear or part of a machine that is given motion by another part, esp. the last driven part
One that supports, protects, or champions someone or something, such as an institution, event, or cause; a sponsor or benefactor:
A person or group of persons assigned to protect someone from harm
One that is allied with another, especially by treaty:
The definition of attendant is a person who performs a service for another.
One who cooperates; an associate.
(Idiomatic) Any assistance, help or aid.
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(Logic) A nonessential attribute of a thing.
An assistant.
Accompanying or existing in a subordinate, corroborative, or indirect relationship
The definition of supportive is someone or something who provides emotional help and encouragement.
(Ecclesiastical) A subordinate bishop designated as an assistant and usually as a successor to the bishop of a given diocese.
The definition of a mate is a significant other or spouse, part of a matched pair or a friend or buddy.
A person with whom one works in the same workplace
A supporter or advocate. [Late 16th century.]
An officer in the army, navy, etc. serving as assistant to a superior
A person in a subordinate position; inferior: usually contemptuous or disparaging
A second helping of something to eat
A person who is marginalized and oppressed by the dominant culture, especially in a colonial context.
(Countable) One who is subordinate.
A trusted assistant (male)
A right-hand man
A girl Friday.
A person with very minor or menial tasks
Any person who acts as an underling or puppet of another
A substance added to a drug to aid its action, specif. in increasing immune response
confrere
A colleague or fellow, especially a professional one
A commitment or agreement, especially when sealed by a handshake; one's word:
A person, group, nation, or state united with another or others for a common purpose; ally; associate
The definition of an accomplice is a person who helps another person do something wrong or illegal.
A fawning, servile follower; a lickspittle.
The definition of a sidekick is a close companion, partner or friend.
gofer
An employee who runs errands in addition to performing regular duties.
The act or result of helping; assistance:
Antonyms for Assistant
A person who tries to get or do the same thing as another, or to equal or surpass another; competitor
The main character or force opposing the protagonist in a literary work or drama.
Words Related to Assistant
Giving or able to give help or support
assitant
asst
book-keeper
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