CEFR B1

theft

noun

Meaning

The act of stealing something.

Examples

The shoplifter was arrested for theft.
He was charged with the theft of a motor vehicle.

Synonyms: stealing, larceny, robbery, pilfering

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theft (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /θɛft/

Definition

The act of stealing something.

Examples

The shoplifter was arrested for theft.
He was charged with the theft of a motor vehicle.
The insurance policy covers theft and damage.

How to Use theft

theft of (prepositional phrase): Indicates what was stolen. — "The theft of the diamonds shocked the nation."

Synonyms of theft

Words with a similar meaning to theft:

stealing
larceny
robbery
pilfering

Antonyms of theft

Words with the opposite meaning to theft:

restitution
honesty

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