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abet vs assist

assist vs abet

abet is not a noun while assist is a noun.

abet and assist both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
abet No No Yes No
assist Yes No Yes No
As verbs, assist is a hypernym of abet; that is, assist is a word with a broader meaning than abet:
  • abet: assist or encourage, usually in some wrongdoing
  • assist: act as an assistant in a subordinate or supportive function
abet (noun) assist (noun)
(sports) the act of enabling another player to make a good play
the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose
abet (verb) assist (verb)
assist or encourage, usually in some wrongdoing act as an assistant in a subordinate or supportive function
work for, or be a servant to
give help or assistance; be of service
Difference between abet and assist

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