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Meaning of looting
The act of stealing or taking goods, especially during a riot, war, or natural disaster.
Etymology of looting
The word "looting" originated in the mid-19th century, derived from the Hindi word "lut", meaning "plunder" or "spoil"
The term was initially used to describe the practice of plundering or pillaging, especially in the context of war or conflict
Synonyms
plundering
pillaging
ransacking
sacking
raiding
marauding
despoiling
spoiling
ravaging
devastating
destroying
vandalizing
smashing
looting
thieving
stealing
burglarizing
robbing
mugging
hijacking
pirating
swindling
embezzling
defrauding
cheating
swiping
snatching
grabbing
seizing
taking
confiscating
appropriating
misappropriating
pilfering
Definitions
- The act of stealing goods, especially during a riot, war, or natural disaster
- * The act of taking goods without permission, especially in a violent or illegal manner
Usage Examples
- The city descended into chaos, with widespread looting and vandalism reported
- * The store was victim to looting during the riot, with thieves making off with valuable merchandise
- * The army was accused of looting and pillaging the village, leaving the inhabitants without food or shelter
Antonyms
restoring
returning
reimbursing
repaying
replacing
rebuilding
reconstructing
recovering
redeeming
saving
protecting
preserving
conserving
safeguarding
securing
defending
upholding
respecting
obeying
complying
adhering
lawfully
peacefully
calmly
quietly