Definition

A person who helps or encourages someone to do something wrong or illegal.

Example

The police arrested the abetter who helped plan the robbery.

Conversation

Did you hear about the guy who got arrested?

Yeah, I did! They said he had an abetter helping him.

It's crazy how people get involved in such things.

Right? It's like they don't think about the consequences.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Abetter is formed from "a-" (meaning to) and "better" (from Old English "betera", meaning superior or improved). The word refers to someone who helps or encourages another to improve or do better.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who helps another 'to' become 'better' — that's what abetter means.

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