thievery
4 synonyms for thievery, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The act or practice of stealing.
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.
Etymology
Formed from thieve plus the noun-forming suffix -ery.
Full origin of thievery →Frequently asked questions
What does “thievery” mean?
The word “thievery” means the act or practice of stealing. In plain terms, stealing, especially as an ongoing habit or activity rather than a single act.
How do you pronounce “thievery”?
“Thievery” is pronounced THEEV-r-ee (/ˈθiːv.(ə)ɹ.i/ in IPA).
How do you use “thievery” in a sentence?
Here is “thievery” used in a sentence: “The gang was arrested after months of thievery around the neighbourhood.”
What part of speech is “thievery”?
“Thievery” is a noun.
