purloin | Definition of purloin

Synonyms and Antonyms of purloin

to take (something) without right and with an intent to keep

the studio stepped up security, fearing that someone might attempt to purloin a copy of the script for the show's season finale

Synonyms of purloin

appropriate, boost [slang], filch, heist, hook, lift, misappropriate, nick [British slang], nip, pilfer, pinch, pocket, rip off, snitch, steal, swipe, thieve

Words Related to purloin

burglarize, knock over, rob

loot, pillage, plunder, sack

carjack, hijack (also highjack)

poach, rustle, shoplift

collar, grab, grasp, nail, seize, snatch, take

abduct, kidnap, shanghai, spirit

Phrases Synonymous with purloin

make away with, make off with, run off with, walk off with

Near Antonyms of purloin

bestow, contribute, donate, give, hand over, present