abet

abet the commission of a crime

to abet sb. in a crime

foment civil insurrection. Toabet is to approve, encourage, and support actions, especially those in violation of what is right or proper:

She was arrested for aiding and abetting the criminal.

His actions only served to abet the chaos in the office.

The company was found guilty of abetting tax evasion.

He was accused of abetting the rebels in their violent activities.

The suspect was charged with abetting the theft of valuable artwork.

She refused to abet her friend in cheating on the exam.

The witness was accused of abetting the defendant in his escape from custody.

The company's negligence abetted the spread of misinformation.

He was found guilty of abetting the terrorist organization by providing them with weapons.

The teacher warned the students not to abet bullying in any form.