robbery

Definitions

The action of taking property unlawfully from a person or place by force or threat of force.

The crime of stealing from a person or place, especially using violence or intimidation.

Examples

The police are investigating a daring bank robbery that occurred downtown yesterday.

He was sentenced to five years in prison for his involvement in the armed robbery.

Synonyms

theft burglary larceny heist mugging stealing hold-up

Antonyms

restitution giving donation contribution charity return compensation