Meaning of 'aid'

noun

the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something

Synonyms: care

noun

the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose

Synonyms: assist

noun

a resource

Example: "visual aids in teaching"

Synonyms: assistance help

noun

money to support a worthy person or cause

Synonyms: economic aid financial aid

verb

to improve the condition of

Example: "I aided the patients as much as I could."

Synonyms: help

verb

to give help or assistance

Example: "I aided the hurricane victims."

Synonyms: assist