enabler

noun
UK: /ɪˈneɪ.blər/
US: /ɪˈneɪ.blɚ/

  1. A person or thing that makes it possible for someone to do something.

    1. My new software was the enabler for completing the project fast.
    2. The internet is a powerful enabler for education, connecting people across the world.

  2. A person who supports the harmful behavior of another, especially addiction.

    1. He's an enabler, always giving his brother money despite his gambling problem.
    2. By constantly making excuses for her husband's behavior, she became an enabler.

Synonyms

facilitator supporter helper accessory
enabler transitive-verb

  1. To make something possible; to provide the means or opportunity to do something.

    1. Technology enables us to work remotely.
    2. The new policy enables employees to take more responsibility and be creative.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "enabler" in English means: A person or thing that makes it possible for someone to do something., A person who supports the harmful behavior of another, especially addiction..

The phonetic transcription of "enabler" is /ɪˈneɪ.blər/ in British English and /ɪˈneɪ.blɚ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "enabler": facilitator, supporter, helper, accessory.

Example usage of "enabler": "My new software was the enabler for completing the project fast.". More examples on the page.