facilitate

/fəˈsɪl.ɪ.teɪt/

VERB

1. To make something easier

To make an action, process, task, or situation easier to accomplish or carry out.

1.1. Making tasks or processes easier

Helping an activity or process proceed more easily by removing obstacles, reducing difficulty, or simplifying procedures.

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  • The new software aims to facilitate seamless communication among team members.
  • The training session is designed to facilitate a smooth transition for new employees.

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2. To help bring something about

To assist, encourage, or contribute to the development, occurrence, or achievement of something.

2.1. Enabling progress or achievement

Providing assistance or favorable conditions that help an event, outcome, development, or objective happen.

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  • Teachers use various methods to facilitate student engagement in the classroom.
  • The community center offers programs to facilitate skill development in young adults.
  • Technology has greatly facilitated the exchange of information across the globe.

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2.2. Speeding up progress

Helping something happen sooner or progress more quickly by removing delays or accelerating its development.

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3. To lead or manage a meeting or discussion

To guide and oversee a meeting, seminar, or group discussion so that participants can communicate, collaborate, and achieve their objectives.

3.1. Guiding meetings and group discussions

Taking responsibility for guiding a meeting or seminar, encouraging participation, maintaining focus, and helping a group work toward an outcome.

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  • moderator
  • facilitator
  • discussion
  • seminar
  • meeting
  • participation
  • collaboration