larceny
0 antonyms and opposites of larceny, grouped by meaning.
Noun — The crime of unlawfully taking someone else's property with the intent to keep it permanently.
How to use larceny
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Mainly used in legal and news contexts rather than everyday speech, where "theft" or "stealing" is more common.
Etymology
From Anglo-Norman larcin ("theft"), ultimately from Latin latro, "robber" or "mercenary."
Full origin of larceny →Frequently asked questions
What does “larceny” mean?
The word “larceny” means the crime of unlawfully taking someone else's property with the intent to keep it permanently. In plain terms, a legal term for theft — taking someone's property without permission and meaning to keep it.
How do you pronounce “larceny”?
“Larceny” is pronounced LAH-suhn-ee (/ˈlɑɹ.sə.ni/ in IPA).
How do you use “larceny” in a sentence?
Here is “larceny” used in a sentence: “He was charged with grand larceny after stealing the car.”
What part of speech is “larceny”?
“Larceny” is a noun.
Where does the word “larceny” come from?
The word “larceny” comes from Latin. From Anglo-Norman larcin ("theft"), ultimately from Latin latro, "robber" or "mercenary.".