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Meaning of helpmate
A helpmate is a person, typically a spouse or partner, who assists or supports another person in their work or personal life.
Etymology of helpmate
The word "helpmate" has its roots in the biblical story of creation, where God creates a "help meet" for Adam, meaning a helper or companion suitable for him.
The term is derived from the Middle English words "help" and "mate", and has been in use since the 15th century to describe a person who provides assistance or support to another.
Synonyms
partner
companion
associate
colleague
collaborator
ally
assistant
aide
helper
supporter
friend
confidant
mate
spouse
consort
helper
co-worker
team member
accomplice
accessory
abettor
auxiliary
backup
deputy
second
sidekick
right-hand man
lieutenant
co-pilot
co-operator
participant
contributor
collaborator
co-author
co-creator
assistant
helper
aid
supporter
benefactor
patron
sponsor
advocate
proponent
champion
defender
protector
guardian
custodian
caretaker
attendant
servant
retainer
vassal
liegeman
subject
subordinate
underling
inferior
junior
subordinate
secondary
subordinate
ancillary
auxiliary
supplementary
additional
extra
secondary
subordinate
inferior
Definitions
- A person, especially a spouse or partner, who helps or supports another in their work or personal life.
- * A person who assists or supports another in a particular activity or endeavor.
Usage Examples
- My wife is my helpmate in every sense of the word, supporting me in my career and personal life.
- * The new employee was a great helpmate to the team, assisting with various tasks and projects.
- * The charity organization provided a helpmate to the elderly woman, helping her with household chores and errands.
Antonyms
adversary
opponent
enemy
foe
antagonist
hindrance
obstacle
impediment
barrier
blockage
obstruction
encumbrance
hindrance
deterrent
discouragement
dissuasion
opposition
resistance
protest
objection
challenge
rival
competitor
contender
opponent
foe
enemy
adversary
nemesis
archenemy
bane
bugbear
tormentor
persecutor
harasser
molester
nuisance
pest
plague
scourge
affliction
curse
bane