helpful

Definition

  • adjective: making it easier to do a job, deal with a problem, etc.
  • adjective: of service or assistance
  • synonyms: useful, assistant, salutary

Examples

  • He 'helpfully' offered to carry the groceries for me.

  • She offered us 'helpful' [='useful'] suggestions.

  • A 'helpful' neighbor shoveled our walkway.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Stop right there! Who are you? I have to say, it'll be a big morale boost for our teams to actually meet you, Dr. Railly. The containment protocols you pioneered have been very helpful, along with a few of our own. See... Round three! I'm sorry, sir. We thought she was with you. (..)
    2016 TvShow: 12 Monkeys Title: Lullaby Season: 2 Episode 8
  • (..) Lieutenant. I have to say, it'll be a big morale boost for our teams to actually meet you, Dr. Railly. The containment protocols you pioneered have been very helpful, along with a few of our own. See, % of our population has been diagnosed at risk of infection, and I intend to keep those (..)
    2016 TvShow: 12 Monkeys Title: Lullaby Season: 2 Episode 8