Assist illegally

ABET

Think of a word that means to encourage or support someone in doing something wrong, often used in legal contexts. It starts with "A" and rhymes with "set."

"Assist illegally" is a straightforward definition clue pointing to "ABET," which means to help or encourage someone in doing something wrong or criminal. The word is often used in legal contexts, like "aiding and abetting," so it fits the idea of unlawful assistance perfectly. No wordplay here—just a direct match between the clue’s meaning and the answer.