larceny

The word “larceny” has 3 syllables: lar-ce-ny.

It's pronounced as /ˈlɑːrsəni/.


What is synonym and antonym for larceny?

In the thesaurus, “larceny” has 5 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for larceny along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for larceny

  • burglary
  • misappropriation
  • robbery
  • stealing
  • theft

Meanings of larceny

  • noun
    1. The unlawful taking of personal property as an attempt to deprive the legal owner of it permanently.
    2. A larcenous act attributable to an individual.

Example Sentences

  • The suspect was caught attempting to commit larceny in the parking lot.
  • Larceny cases often involve theft of personal property without the use of force.
  • She was accused of larceny when money went missing from the cash register.
  • The rise in larceny incidents prompted the community to increase neighborhood watch efforts.
  • His criminal record included multiple convictions for larceny and theft-related offenses.

On this page you'll find 5 synonyms or another words to larceny, such as: burglary, misappropriation, robbery, stealing, theft.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.


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