
Abet
Negative Connotation
Abet has a negative meaning and usually involves wrongdoing.
The criminals were seeking someone to abet their scheme.
Not Always Direct
One can abet a crime without being actively involved in committing the crime.
By providing a getaway car, he abetted the bank robbery.
Legal Implications
Using 'abet' can imply legal accountability for someone else's crime.
The law holds those who abet a felony just as responsible.
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