bestead

Short definition from Wiktionary

Verb

1. 1
   To help, assist.
2. 2
   To profit; benefit; serve; avail.
3. 3
   To take the place of; replace.

Adjective

1. 1
   Placed (in a given situation); beset.
2. 2
   Disposed mentally; affected.
3. 3
   Provided; furnished.