Abet definition

From from + , from , hence to bait, to incite; compare . This in turn was derived from , from .

See also , .

To assist or encourage by aid or countenance, especially in crime.
He plans to abet an ill-doer.

He plans to abet in his wicked courses.

He plans to abet vice.

He plans to abet an insurrection.
The robber’s friend will abet by providing the escape car.
- South: The whole tribe abets the villany.
- Gay: Would not the fool abet the stealth, Who rashly thus exposed his wealth?
To support, countenance, maintain, uphold, or aid any cause, opinion, or action; to maintain; -- (Obsolete) in a good sense.
To support, uphold, or aid; to maintain.
- Jer. Taylor: Our duty is urged, and our confidence abetted.
To urge on, stimulate (a person to do something) - first known use 1390
To back up one's forecast of a doubtful issue, by staking money, etc., to bet.

incite; instigate; set on; egg on; foment; advocate; countenance; encourage; second; uphold; aid; assist; support; sustain; back; connive at.

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