noun

thievery

THEEV-r-ee

Thievery (noun) means the act or practice of stealing. Example: “The gang was arrested after months of thievery around the neighbourhood.”

noun

The act or practice of stealing.

"The gang was arrested after months of thievery around the neighbourhood."

How to use thievery

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishStealing, especially as an ongoing habit or activity rather than a single act.

Easily confused with

theft →

Word forms

thieveries plural

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Etymology

Formed from thieve plus the noun-forming suffix -ery.

Synonyms

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stealing theft larceny thieving

Related words

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Rhymes for thievery

very every fiery query leery artery celery bakery finery ornery misery watery

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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.

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