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Part 03 - Advance words for Assistance and Support

1. Alleviate

  • Definition: To make a situation or pain less severe or more bearable.

  • Example:
    A Muslim should strive to alleviate the suffering of others, as the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said, "Whoever relieves a believer’s distress, Allah will relieve him of one of his distresses on the Day of Judgment." (Sahih Muslim)

    Synonyms:

    • Urdu: کم کرنا (Kam Karna)

      • (Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) ne farmaya: "Jo kisi musalman ka gham kam karta hai, Allah Qiyamat ke din uska gham kam karega.")

2. Mitigate

  • Definition: To make a situation less severe, harsh, or intense.

  • Example:
    Muslims are encouraged to mitigate the hardships of others, as the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said, "Whoever helps a person in difficulty, Allah will help him in his time of difficulty." (Sahih Muslim)

    Synonyms:

    • Urdu: کمزور کرنا (Kamzor Karna)

      • (Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) ne farmaya: "Jo kisi ki madad karta hai, Allah uski mushkilat kam kar deta hai.")

3. Bolster

  • Definition: To support, strengthen, or reinforce something, often with resources or encouragement.

  • Example:
    A Muslim should bolster the efforts of others in good deeds, as the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said, "The strong believer is better and more beloved to Allah than the weak believer." (Sahih Muslim)

    Synonyms:

    • Urdu: تقویت کرنا (Taqwiat Karna)

      • (Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) ne farmaya: "Jo doosray ki madad karta hai, Allah uski madad karta hai.")

4. Empower

  • Definition: To give someone the power, confidence, or authority to do something or take control.

  • Example:
    A Muslim should empower others through education and knowledge, as the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said, "Seeking knowledge is an obligation upon every Muslim." (Sunan Ibn Majah)

    Synonyms:

    • Urdu: طاقت دینا (Taqat Dena)

      • (Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) ne farmaya: "Ilm ka husool har musalman par farz hai.")

5. Foster

  • Definition: To encourage the development or growth of something, often in a nurturing or supportive way.

  • Example:
    A Muslim should foster a sense of community and brotherhood, as the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said, "None of you will believe until you love for your brother what you love for yourself." (Sahih Bukhari)

    Synonyms:

    • Urdu: پرورش کرنا (Parwarish Karna)

      • (Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) ne farmaya: "Tum mein se koi shakhs is waqt tak imaan nahi laya jab tak ke woh apne bhai ke liye wohi pasand na kare jo apne liye pasand karta hai.")

6. Sustain

  • Definition: To maintain or keep something going over time, often by providing necessary support.

  • Example:
    Muslims are encouraged to sustain their faith and good deeds, as the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said, "The best deeds are those done consistently, even if they are small." (Sahih Bukhari)

    Synonyms:

    • Urdu: برقرار رکھنا (Barqarar Rakhna)

      • (Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) ne farmaya: "Sab se behtar amal woh hai jo mustamir tor par kiya jaye, chahe woh thoda hi kyun na ho.")

7. Augment

  • Definition: To increase or improve something, often by adding additional support or resources.

  • Example:
    A Muslim should augment their good deeds, as the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said, "The best of deeds is to bring happiness to a believer." (Sahih Bukhari)

    Synonyms:

    • Urdu: اضافہ کرنا (Izafa Karna)

      • (Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) ne farmaya: "Sab se behtar amal woh hai jo kisi momin ko khushi de.")