heist
7 synonyms for heist, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A robbery, especially a carefully planned one targeting a bank, museum, or similar institution.
Synonyms
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A robbery, especially a carefully planned one targeting a bank, museum, or similar institution.
“The gang spent months planning the diamond heist.”
2. verb
To steal or rob, especially in a bold or organized way.
“They heisted a truckload of electronics from the warehouse.”
How to use heist
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
pull off a heist
a bank heist
heist movie
plan a heist
Etymology
Probably a dialect pronunciation of "hoist" — originally underworld slang for stealing or shoplifting.
Full origin of heist →Frequently asked questions
What does “heist” mean?
The word “heist” means a robbery, especially a carefully planned one targeting a bank, museum, or similar institution. In plain terms, a big, often elaborately planned robbery — or, as a verb, to carry one out.
How do you pronounce “heist”?
“Heist” is pronounced hyst (/haɪst/ in IPA).
How do you use “heist” in a sentence?
Here is “heist” used in a sentence: “The gang spent months planning the diamond heist.”
What part of speech is “heist”?
Depending on how it is used, “heist” can be a noun and a verb.
Is “heist” a common word?
“Heist” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “heist” have?
“Heist” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a robbery, especially a carefully planned one targeting a bank, museum, or similar institution.
