The word "abet" (verb) means to encourage or aid, as in the case of someone accused of aiding and abetting in money laundering.
Il termine "abet" (verbo) significa incoraggiare o aiutare, come nel caso di qualcuno accusato di favoreggiamento nel riciclaggio di denaro.
| Word | abet |
|---|---|
| Part of Speech | V. |
| Definition | encourage; aid. |
| Sentence | She was accused of aiding and abetting the drug dealer by engaging in a money-laundering scheme to help him disguise his illegal income. |
| Related Words | abettor, N. |
Tags: psat
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