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complicity

Pronunciation: /kəmˈplɪsɪti/

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Definition of complicity

noun

[mass noun]

the fact or condition of being involved with others in an activity that is unlawful or morally wrong:they were accused of complicity in the attempt to overthrow the government

Origin:

mid 17th century: from Middle English complice 'an associate', from Old French, from late Latin complex, complic- 'allied', from Latin complicare 'fold together' (see complicate). Compare with accomplice