helpful
/ˈhɛlp.fl̩/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Meaning · English
Furnishing help; giving aid; useful.
Adjective
Examples
a helpful clue
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “helpful” mean?
Furnishing help; giving aid; useful.
Is “helpful” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.