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Meaning of theft
The act of taking something without the owner's permission, especially in a secret or dishonest way.
Etymology of theft
The word "theft" originated from Old English "þiefþ" and Old Norse "þjófr", which are both derived from the Proto-Germanic word "þiziz" and the Proto-Indo-European root "dhe-" meaning "to seize" or "to lay hold of".
Historically, the term has been used since the 9th century to describe the act of stealing or taking something without permission.
Synonyms
robbery
larceny
pilferage
pilfering
thievery
burglary
embezzlement
swindling
fraud
deception
misappropriation
plunder
looting
shoplifting
pickpocketing
pocketing
defrauding
cheating
swiping
snatching
grabbing
hijacking
extortion
racketeering
plundering
raiding
sacking
despoiling
spoiling
ravaging
marauding
freebooting
banditry
brigandage
Definitions
- The act of stealing something, especially by taking it away from a place where it is kept or left.
- The unlawful taking of another person's property without their consent, with the intention of permanently depriving them of it.
Usage Examples
- The police are investigating a case of theft at the local jewelry store.
- The company suffered a significant loss due to theft and embezzlement.
- She was accused of theft and faced serious consequences.
Antonyms
return
restitution
restoration
reimbursement
repayment
compensation
reparation
redemption
recovery
restoration
revival
renewal
replacement
refund
giving
donating
contributing
sharing
lending
borrowing
leasing
renting
purchasing
buying