Word THIEF: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

thief

🇺🇸 [θiːf]

Meanings

A person who takes someone else's property without permission, usually with the intent to keep it. Thieves operate secretly or cunningly to avoid being caught.

Examples

• The thief was caught by the police.
• They installed cameras to deter any thief.
• The thief stole valuables from the store.

Synonyms

robber • burglar • criminal

Antonyms

law-abider • police • protector