looting
2 synonyms for looting, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The act of stealing goods during a riot, war, or disaster, when there is little or no law enforcement.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use looting
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
looting and rioting
widespread looting
Frequently asked questions
What does “looting” mean?
The word “looting” means the act of stealing goods during a riot, war, or disaster, when there is little or no law enforcement. In plain terms, mass theft that happens during chaos, when normal order has broken down.
How do you use “looting” in a sentence?
Here is “looting” used in a sentence: “Widespread looting broke out after the power went down for days.”
What part of speech is “looting”?
“Looting” is a noun.
Is “looting” a common word?
“Looting” is an uncommon word in modern English.
