Word STEAL: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

steal

🇺🇸 [stiːl]

Meanings

To take something that does not belong to you without permission or legal right, often in a secretive or unlawful manner. Stealing is typically considered a criminal act and can apply to both tangible and intangible property.

Examples

• He was caught trying to steal a car from the parking lot.
• The thief managed to steal the wallet without anyone noticing.
• She felt guilty after realizing she had accidentally stolen a pen from the store.

Synonyms

rob • plunder • take

Antonyms

give • donate • return