B2verbformalacademicwork
US/fəˈsɪl.ə.teɪt/
UK/fəˈsɪl.ɪ.teɪt/
to make an action or process easier or possible
In context
The new metro line will facilitate travel between the suburbs and the city center.
Group projects can facilitate learning because students explain ideas to each other.
Her job is to facilitate the meeting and make sure everyone speaks.
Words that go with facilitate
verb + noun
- facilitate learningGood classroom design can facilitate learning.
- facilitate communicationThe app was built to facilitate communication between teams.
- facilitate the processOnline forms facilitate the process of applying for a visa.
- facilitate tradeThe agreement aims to facilitate trade between the two countries.
- facilitate a discussionThe teacher will facilitate a discussion after the video.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The bus facilitates people to go to work.Correct: The bus makes it easier for people to go to work.