auxiliary
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ɔːɡˈzɪl.jə.ri/
KK: /ɔɡˈzɪljəri/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that provides help or support, or is used as a backup or additional resource.
Example
The auxiliary staff helped the main team complete the project on time.
Conversation
Did you check out the auxiliary events at the festival this weekend?
Yeah, they had some really cool workshops and activities.
I loved the idea of having auxiliary options for people who want to try something new.
Absolutely! It made the whole experience much more enjoyable.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
supplementary
supportive
subsidiary
Antonyms
primary
main
essential
noun
Definition
A person or thing that helps or supports another, often in a secondary role.
Example
The auxiliary provided assistance to the main team during the project.
Conversation
Have you ever heard about using an auxiliary verb in a sentence?
Yeah, I remember learning about that in grammar class.
It's interesting how it helps to form different tenses, right?
Root Explanation
Auxiliary is formed from "auxilium" (meaning help or aid) and the suffix "-ary" (meaning pertaining to or connected with). The word describes something that is related to or provides help or support.
Memory Tip
Think of 'help' ('auxilium') when you remember that 'auxiliary' refers to something that provides assistance or support.
Visually Confused Words
axillary