helpfulnessn.
/ˈhɛlpf(ᵿ)lnəs/, U.S. /ˈhɛlpf(ə)lnəs/ The quality or condition of being helpful.
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the world > action or operation > easiness > aid, help, or assistance > [noun] > quality of being helpful
helpfulness1644
the mind > will > wish or inclination > willingness > [noun] > willingness to serve or help
appliableness1587
officiousness1596
appliancea1616
helpfulness1644
1644 J. Milton Doctr. Divorce (ed. 2) 65 A disability of all future helpfulnes, or loyalty, or loving agreement.
a1791 J. Wesley Husbands & Wives iii. 1, in Wks. (1811) IX. 62 The Effects of Nuptial Love are three, Pleasingness, Faithfulness, Helpfulness.
1860 J. Tyndall Glaciers of Alps ii. 439 In a spirit of mutual helpfulness, encouragement, and goodwill.
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