Synonyms of booty

booty 1 of 2

noun (1)

ˈbü-tē 

as in loot

valuables stolen or taken by force

no one knows where Captain Kidd hid his booty, but that hasn't deterred hopeful adventurers from looking for it for the last 300 years

Synonyms & Similar Words

• loot
• plunder
• treasure
• prize
• spoil
• pillage
• swag
• haul
• windfall
• catch
• pilferage
• take

booty

2 of 2

noun (2)

ˈbü-tē 

variants also bootie

slang

as in bum

the part of the body upon which someone sits

an oldie from the disco era that urged you to shake your booty

Synonyms & Similar Words

• bum
• cheeks
• tail
• seat
• rump
• butt
• fanny
• buttocks
• bottom
• posterior
• buns
• rear
• backside
• tush
• caboose
• behind
• derriere
• haunches
• tail end
• hams
• rear end
• heinie
• duff
• breech
• keister
• nates
• beam
• fundament
• can
• stern
• hunkers
• moon

Synonym Chooser

How does the noun booty differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of booty are loot, plunder, prize, spoils, and spoil. While all these words mean "something taken from another by force or craft," booty implies plunder to be shared among confederates.

thieves dividing up their booty

When would loot be a good substitute for booty?

While the synonyms loot and booty are close in meaning, loot applies especially to what is taken from victims of a catastrophe.

picked through the ruins for loot

When can plunder be used instead of booty?

While in some cases nearly identical to booty, plunder applies to what is taken not only in war but in robbery, banditry, grafting, or swindling.

a bootlegger's plunder

When is prize a more appropriate choice than booty?

The synonyms prize and booty are sometimes interchangeable, but prize applies to spoils captured on the high seas or territorial waters of the enemy.

the wartime right of seizing prizes at sea

How are the words spoil and spoils related as synonyms of booty?

Spoil, more commonly spoils, applies to what belongs by right or custom to the victor in war or political contest.

the spoils of political victory

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of booty

Noun

Opt for these sleek Franco Sarto booties. —Jordan Julian, InStyle, 27 Feb. 2026

Ryan said Thursday that the man had been wearing orange booties issued by the county holding center, rather than proper shoes suitable for winter weather. —Arkansas Online, 27 Feb. 2026

According to preliminary information, Shah Alam did not have shoes on, just orange booties from the detention center, when he was dropped off by agents, Ryan said. —Alisha Ebrahimji, CNN Money, 27 Feb. 2026

This investment will fund essential supplies and care for Shelter to Soldier’s Morale Dogs Raider and Lady, including crates, beds, safety goggles, earmuffs, booties, turf pads, food, and medical provisions during their time aboard their respective naval ships. —News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Feb. 2026

Many Aguadilla surf spots have rocky or reefy bottoms, so consider wearing booties. —Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 26 Feb. 2026

Vionic Aria Bootie The wedge on this leather bootie is so easy to walk in despite its height. —Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 26 Feb. 2026

How to keep pets safe from frostbite According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals or ASPCA, pets and dogs can be susceptible to frostbite on their paws, ears, and tails so booties and paw protectants are recommended. —Yi-Jin Yu, ABC News, 23 Feb. 2026

Consider getting pet-safe ice melts or dressing your furry friend up in booties. —Alexa Herrera, CBS News, 23 Feb. 2026

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