aided

/ˈeɪ.dɪd/
/ˈeɪ.dɪd/

verb

  1. To provide support to; to further the progress of; to help; to assist.

  2. To climb with the use of aids such as pitons.

Synonyms: assist, befriend, bestand, cooperate, help, promote, relieve, succor, support, sustain