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Definition of availing : of Avail

Synonyms:

aiding, sustaining, benefiting, serving, favoring, fostering, upholding, succoring, helping, supporting, abetting, assisting, backing

bettering, doing good, furthering, contributing, advancing

Usage examples:

• Peter's wisdom in availing himself of the protection and secrecy of the tunnel as an approach became obvious. - "The Honorable Peter Stirling and What People Thought of Him", Paul Leicester Ford.
• There was a great and availing force in the mood that held her. - "A Beautiful Alien", Julia Magruder.
• Please sit down, for Ellen was doubtful about availing herself of the proffered chair. - "The Portion of Labor", Mary E. Wilkins Freeman.