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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

abetment

/æbˈmɛnt/ noun · British & US
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What does abetment mean?

noun

The act of giving secret help or support to someone who is doing something wrong or illegal. The act of inciting or encouraging someone to commit a crime.

Example

"The police suspected that the mayor's abetment of the crime was a major factor in their decision to arrest him."

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