abet

a-bet · verb

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Definitions

verb

  1. 1.

    To encourage, support, or assist someone in wrongdoing, typically a crime.

  2. 2.

    To encourage or assist in any action or plan.

Related words

Antonyms: deter, discourage, hinder
See also: aid, assist, incite
Synonyms: aid, assist, encourage, incite

Etymology

From Old French abeter (to incite, urge on), from a- (to) + beter (to bait, hound).