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

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

The charges include abandonment of a person followed by death, and supply and facilitation of narcotics.

From Los Angeles Times

Charges included abandonment of a person followed by death, and supply and facilitation of narcotics, per a Nov. 7 statement from the National Criminal and Correctional Prosecutor’s Office of Argentina.

From Los Angeles Times

Charges included abandonment of a person followed by death, and supply and facilitation of narcotics.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

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