facilitation

[fuh-sil-i-tey-shuhn]

noun

1. the act or process of facilitating.

2. Physiology.,  the lowering of resistance in a neural pathway to an impulse, resulting from previous or simultaneous stimulation.

Word History and Origins

Origin of facilitation¹

First recorded in 1610–20; facilitate + -ion

Example Sentences

“Now we see the need shifting to long-term effects and recovery plans, providing step-by-step facilitation of how to get their lives back on track.”

From Los Angeles Times

According to the Kenya's Directorate of Criminal Investigations, Mr Mwangi stands accused of "offences related to facilitation of terrorist acts and unlawful possession of ammunition".

From BBC

It also talked about the "facilitation of the return of refugees and internally displaced persons".

From BBC

They called for the protection of civilians, the facilitation of aid deliveries, the release of the hostages held by Hamas, and the renewal of the ceasefire.

From BBC

US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said the actions were "ratcheting up the sanctions risk associated with Russia's oil trade, including shipping and financial facilitation in support of Russia's oil exports."

From BBC

Related Words

• aid 
• backing 
• benefit 
• compensation 
• cooperation 
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• relief 
• service 
• support