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assist vs abet

abet vs assist

assist is a noun but abet is not a noun.

assist and abet both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
assist Yes No Yes No
abet No No Yes No
As verbs, abet is a hyponym of assist; that is, abet is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than assist:
  • assist: act as an assistant in a subordinate or supportive function
  • abet: assist or encourage, usually in some wrongdoing
Other hyponyms of assist include protect.
assist (noun) abet (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
assist (verb) abet (verb)
act as an assistant in a subordinate or supportive function assist or encourage, usually in some wrongdoing
work for, or be a servant to
give help or assistance; be of service
Difference between assist and abet

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