Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
abetting
verb
/əˈbɛtɪŋ/
Definition
The act of encouraging or assisting someone to do something, especially something illegal.
Examples
- The accomplice was charged with abetting the robbery.
- Abetting someone in a crime can lead to serious legal consequences.
- She was accused of abetting her friend in cheating on the exam.
Meaning
Abetting refers to the support or encouragement given to someone to commit an act, whether it’s a crime or an ethical wrongdoing.
Synonyms
- Supporting
- Encouraging
- Assisting
- Facilitating
- Aiding
