aides

word · lemma: aide

Definition

Aides are people who help or assist someone, especially in a professional or official setting, such as teachers' aides or political aides.

Usage & Nuances

'Aides' is formal and common in professional, educational, or governmental contexts. Often seen as 'teacher's aides', 'presidential aides', etc. Not used for informal help. Frequently confused with 'aid' (help, or assistance) and 'aids' (can also refer to devices or the disease AIDS). Always a countable noun.

Example Sentences

The teacher has two aides in her classroom.

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The mayor’s aides organized the meeting.

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Medical aides help doctors take care of patients.

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Her aides have already prepared all the documents for the meeting.

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White House aides declined to comment on the issue.

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The senator relies heavily on his aides for research and scheduling.

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