plunder
15 synonyms for plunder, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To steal goods from a place by force, typically during war or unrest.
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. verb
To steal goods from a place by force, typically during war or unrest.
“Soldiers plundered the town before retreating.”
How to use plunder
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plunder resources
loot and plunder
plunder a country's wealth
Etymology
Borrowed from German "plündern" (to loot), recorded in English use from the era of the Thirty Years' War and the English Civil War.
Full origin of plunder →Frequently asked questions
What does “plunder” mean?
The word “plunder” means to steal goods from a place by force, typically during war or unrest. In plain terms, to steal by force, or (as a noun) the stolen loot itself.
How do you pronounce “plunder”?
“Plunder” is pronounced PLUHN-duh (/ˈplʌndɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “plunder” in a sentence?
Here is “plunder” used in a sentence: “Soldiers plundered the town before retreating.”
What part of speech is “plunder”?
Depending on how it is used, “plunder” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “plunder” come from?
The word “plunder” comes from German. Borrowed from German "plündern" (to loot), recorded in English use from the era of the Thirty Years' War and the English Civil War.
Is “plunder” a common word?
“Plunder” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “plunder” have?
“Plunder” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to steal goods from a place by force, typically during war or unrest.
