Abetted
/ˈæbɛtɪd/
Definitions
- (v.) Past tense and past participle of abet, meaning to encourage or assist in the commission of a crime or wrongdoing.
He was charged because he abetted the burglar in breaking into the house.
Forms
- abet
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Commentary
As a past tense and participle form, 'abetted' is used to describe actions taken in the past related to assisting or encouraging unlawful acts.
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