stealing

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun the act of taking something from someone unlawfully
  2. noun avoiding detection by moving carefully
  3. verb take without the owner's consent

In classic literature

Synonyms

larceny, theft, thievery, thieving

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