assistive

adjective

as·​sis·​tive ə-ˈsi-stiv How to pronounce assistive (audio)
: providing aid or assistance
specifically : designed or intended to assist disabled persons
assistive technology

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Steven is a freelance tech journalist covering accessibility and assistive technologies, and is based in San Francisco. Steven Aquino, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024 In her third year at school, her current project — which brings fashion's most fun trends to assistive medical devices — began to take shape. Angela Andaloro, People.com, 28 Oct. 2024 The AirPods Pro 2 are also a cost-effective option for those looking for assistive hearing technology. Ashley Capoot, CNBC, 21 Oct. 2024 The most successful teams usually are the ones in which the pilot has input into the development of the assistive device. Dana MacKenzie, Smithsonian Magazine, 23 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for assistive 

Word History

Etymology

assist entry 1 + -ive

First Known Use

1771, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of assistive was in 1771

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“Assistive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/assistive. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.

Medical Definition

assistive

adjective
as·​sist·​ive ə-ˈsis-tiv How to pronounce assistive (audio)
: providing aid or assistance
specifically : designed or intended to assist a disabled person in performing an activity, task, or function especially in an independent manner
assistive technology
Assistive devices help with the performance of daily activities. Most familiar are canes, crutches, and walkers. Other examples of simple assistive devices are raised toilet seats and firm pillows placed under the seats of chairs to help people with hip or knee arthritis to rise from a sitting position. Simeon Margolis, The Johns Hopkins White Pages
With some assistive devices, the visually impaired can do a variety of office jobs, using computers and telephones. Eric Aasen, The Dallas Morning News
Assistive technology (AT) by its very nature consists of a variety of personal and customized tools for multiple learning styles and physical challenges. Kelly Ahrens, Learning & Leading with Technology
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