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robbery Synonyms

Another word for robbery

Choosing another word for robbery depends on context, so the 15 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The unlawful taking of property or money from a person or place by force, threat of force, or intimidation.

Usage Example

"Detectives reviewed the security footage to identify the suspects involved in the bank heist."

Strongest
heist
holdup
Strong
mugging
theft
stickup
larceny
burglary
plunder
Weak
pillage
spoliation

• noun (Context 2)

An instance of grossly unfair overcharging, exploitation, or deprivation (used informally).

Usage Example

"Charging ten dollars for a small bottle of water at the stadium is highway rip-off."

Strongest
rip-off
Strong
extortion
swindle
fleecing
price gouging

Opposites of robbery

The opposite of robbery shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

bargain
restitution
steal
See all opposites of robbery

• Nearby Words

roasting
rob
robber
robbery
robe
robin
robinia

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Robbery. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/robbery
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