Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
abettor
noun
/əˈbɛtər/
Definition
A person who encourages or assists someone to commit a crime or wrongdoing.
Examples
- The abettor helped plan the robbery but never physically participated in it.
- During the trial, the jury heard how the abettor provided crucial information to the main suspect.
- In legal terms, being an abettor can lead to serious consequences, similar to those faced by the perpetrator.
Meaning
An abettor plays a supporting role in illegal activities, often facilitating the actions of a principal offender.
Synonyms
- accomplice
- encourager
- inciter
- collaborator
