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thievish

/ˈθiː.vɪʃ/
thiev · ish
Adverb:thievishly
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1

Inclined to steal; dishonest or given to theft.

Example

"The shopkeeper kept a close eye on the thievish magpies that frequently snatched shiny trinkets from the outdoor display."

2

Characteristic of a thief; stealthy, furtive, or secretive.

Example

"He cast a thievish glance over his shoulder before slipping the confidential document into his briefcase."

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• Rhymes for thievish

• Nearby Words

thieve
thievery
thieving
thievish
thigh
thighbone
thimble

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in Middle English as thevish, formed from the noun thief (from Old English þēof) and the suffix -ish.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Thievish. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/thievish
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