facilitate
/fəˈsɪl.ɪ.teɪt/(verb)
AWL Sublist 5CEFR C1IELTS Band 7.0 - 9.0
Academic Definition
To make an action or process easy or easier; to help bring about.
Key Academic Collocations
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facilitatefacilitatorfacilitationfacilitativefacilitated
Lexical Alternatives (Synonyms)
expediteenablefurtheracceleratepromote
Academic Sample Sentences in Context
"Modern fiber-optic telecommunications networks greatly facilitate international collaboration among biomedical research institutions."
"Constructing deep-water maritime container berths facilitated a 45% expansion in bilateral manufactured goods trade."
"Skilled workshop tutors do not simply lecture students but facilitate interactive problem-solving discussions."
IELTS Examiner Scoring Strategy (Lexical Resource)
Do not say 'facilitate people'; facilitate is applied to actions, processes, or communication ('facilitate trade', 'facilitate learning').