rob (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /rɒb/

Definition

To steal from a person or place, especially using force or threat.

Examples

• The thieves planned to rob the jewelry store.

• He was arrested for robbing a bank.

• They were afraid to walk alone at night, fearing they might be robbed.

How to Use rob

rob of (prepositional phrase)

To take something away from someone, often something important. — "The drought robbed the farmers of their crops."

Synonyms of rob

Words with a similar meaning to rob:

• steal
• pilfer
• plunder
• embezzle

Antonyms of rob

Words with the opposite meaning to rob:

• protect
• defend

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