What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
abetment
Example
The accused was charged with abetment of murder. [abetment: noun]
Example
He was found guilty of abetting his friend in the theft. [abetting: verb]
incitement
Example
The politician was arrested for incitement to violence. [incitement: noun]
Example
The speech incited the crowd to riot. [incited: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Incitement is more commonly used than abetment in everyday language. Incitement is often used in news reports and legal contexts, while abetment is less common and more likely to be used in legal contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between abetment and incitement?
Both abetment and incitement are formal words that are typically used in legal or official contexts.
