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theft

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of theft

1 the unlawful taking and carrying away of property without the consent of its owner

While violent crime in the city has decreased dramatically, the rate of theft has risen slightly.

Synonyms of theft

larceny, robbery, stealing, thievery

Words Related to theft

burglary, housebreaking

embezzlement, embezzling, graft, misapplication, misappropriation

filching, pilferage, pilfering, purloining, shoplifting

abduction, carjacking, hijacking (also highjacking), kidnapping (also kidnaping), shanghaiing

2 an instance of theft

The police found the stolen car an hour after the theft was reported.

Synonyms of theft

grab, heist, pinch, rip-off, snatching, swiping

Words Related to theft

break-in, burglary, holdup, mugging, stickup

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