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plundered

 

[ ˈplʌndərd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

past tense

Plundered refers to the act of stealing goods, typically using force or violence, during a time of conflict or chaos. It often implies taking valuable items unlawfully and with brutality.

Synonyms

looted, pillaged, robbed, seized

Examples of usage

  • The villagers' homes were plundered during the invasion.
  • The pirates plundered the ship and disappeared into the night.
  • Historical accounts describe how the city was plundered by conquering forces.
  • After the earthquake, many went rogue and plundered the abandoned shops.

Translations

Translations of the word "plundered" in other languages:

🇵🇹 saqueado

🇮🇳 लूट लिया गया

🇩🇪 plündern

🇮🇩 dirampok

🇺🇦 пограбований

🇵🇱 zatracony

🇯🇵 略奪された

🇫🇷 pillé

🇪🇸 saqueado

🇹🇷 yağmalanmış

🇰🇷 약탈당한

🇸🇦 نهب

🇨🇿 vyloupený

🇸🇰 vylúpený

🇨🇳 掠夺的

🇸🇮 opoldan

🇮🇸 plundraður

🇰🇿 қарақшылық

🇬🇪 გატაცებული

🇦🇿 qənimət

🇲🇽 saqueado

Etymology

The word 'plunder' originates from the German word 'plündern', which means 'to loot, to pillage'. This term gained prominence during the late medieval period, evolving to describe the violent appropriation of goods from towns and cities during wars and conflicts. Historically, plunder has been a common theme in tales of conquest, exemplified by the activities of marauding Vikings, raiders, and armies throughout the centuries. Literature, such as the works of Shakespeare, also reflects the significant role of plunder in human conflict, highlighting the dark consequences of war. Over time, the term has expanded beyond its original military connotations, being applied in broader contexts, such as economic exploitation and illicit acquisition of resources.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,139, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.