How to Pronounce "abet"
word
əˈbɛt
uh-BET
ɐbˈɛt
uh-BET
Definition
To encourage, support, or help someone to do something wrong or illegal.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈbɛt
British English
ɐbˈɛt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-BET
UK
uh-BET
Listen in Context
He tried to abet his friend in cheating on the test.
It is illegal to abet a criminal act.
She refused to abet the plan to steal money.
Anyone who abets fraud is also breaking the law.