abet
verb | /abet/
Essential WordsMEDIUM
to encourage or assist (usually wrongdoing)
abet
verb | /abet/
Essential WordsMEDIUMto encourage or assist (usually wrongdoing)
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Synonyms
advocateencourageinciteaidassistsupport
Antonyms
deterhinderdissuadefrustrateobstruct
Examples
"He was accused of abetting the fraud by hiding documents."
"You should not abet illegal behaviour even if pressured by peers."
Mnemonic Trick
Mnemonic: a + bet → back someone's action
Etymology
from Old French abeter “to bait, to urge on”
Source: Essential WordsAdded: 11/13/2025
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