aide — An assistant or helper, especially to an important person
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: An assistant or helper, especially to an important person
Pronunciation (IPA): /eɪd/
Example Sentences
- The mayor's aide accidentally sent the confidential memo to the entire city council.
- His aide always carries an extra phone charger and emergency snacks.
- The celebrity's aide quit after being asked to walk the pet iguana.
aide
NOUN[/eɪd/]
An assistant or helper, especially to an important person
Image coming soon
Got the picture? Now let's practice.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word 'aide' derives from French 'aide', which originated from the verb 'aider' meaning 'to help'. The noun form entered English usage in the 18th century, acquiring the specialized sense of 'assistant' or 'aide-de-camp' in military and administrative contexts.
Breakdown
French 'aide' (help, assistant) developed from the verb 'aider' (to help), with the nominalized form denoting a person who provides assistance.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The mayor's aide accidentally sent the confidential memo to the entire city council.”
“His aide always carries an extra phone charger and emergency snacks.”
“The celebrity's aide quit after being asked to walk the pet iguana.”
“A competent aide can anticipate their boss's needs before being asked.”
📚Related Words
Want to master 27,000+ words?
Sign up free for flashcards & quizzes.