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Thieved: meaning, definitions and examples

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thieved

 

[ θiːvd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

past action

The word 'thieved' is the past tense of 'thieve', which means to steal. It refers to an act in which someone has unlawfully taken someone else's property with the intention to permanently deprive the owner of it. In legal terms, thieving is considered a crime and can lead to serious consequences if one is caught. The word implies not just the act of stealing but often carries a sense of deception and trickery involved in the theft.

Synonyms

robbed, stole, taken

Examples of usage

  • He thieved a loaf of bread from the store.
  • They were caught thieved after the bank heist.
  • The artist thieved his style from earlier works.
  • She thieved a glance at the secret document.

Translations

Translations of the word "thieved" in other languages:

🇵🇹 roubado

🇮🇳 चुराया हुआ

🇩🇪 gestohlen

🇮🇩 dicuri

🇺🇦 вкрадений

🇵🇱 skradziony

🇯🇵 盗まれた

🇫🇷 volé

🇪🇸 robado

🇹🇷 çalınmış

🇰🇷 도난당한

🇸🇦 مسروق

🇨🇿 ukradený

🇸🇰 ukradnutý

🇨🇳 被盗的

🇸🇮 ukraden

🇮🇸 stolið

🇰🇿 ұрланған

🇬🇪 მოპარული

🇦🇿 oğurlanmış

🇲🇽 robado

Word origin

The word 'thieve' has its origins in Old English, derived from the word 'þīef', which meant thief or robber. This term is linked to the Proto-Germanic '*þeubaz', meaning someone who takes from others. Over time, as the English language evolved, the usage of 'thieve' solidified, distinguishing it from related terms that refer to various forms of stealing or robbery. The transition from Old English to Middle English saw variations in spelling and pronunciation, eventually leading to the modern form 'thieve', with 'thieved' emerging as its past tense. Historically, the concept of thievery has always been tied to moral and legal frameworks within society, prompting various laws and repercussions surrounding the act of stealing. The evolution of the word showcases how perceptions of theft have shifted alongside societal norms, reflecting deeper issues of trust, property rights, and community ethics.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,766, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.