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Meaning of thievery
The primary meaning of the word "thievery" is the act or practice of stealing.
Etymology of thievery
The word "thievery" has its roots in the Old English word "thief" and the suffix "-ery" which forms a noun indicating a place, condition, or activity
Historically, the term "thievery" emerged in the 14th century to describe the act or practice of stealing, and has since been used to describe various forms of theft and dishonesty
Synonyms
Definitions
- The act or practice of stealing, especially in a sneaky or dishonest way
- The practice or habit of taking something that does not belong to you, especially in a secret or dishonest way
Usage Examples
- The detective was tasked with solving a string of thievery cases in the downtown area
- The company suffered significant losses due to thievery and embezzlement by its employees
- The medieval town was plagued by thievery and banditry, making trade and commerce difficult
Antonyms
honesty
integrity
trustworthiness
uprightness
righteousness
morality
ethics
virtue
rectitude
probity
lawfulness
legitimacy
justice
fairness
equity
honor
decency
respectability
reliability
dependability
sincerity