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thievish Synonyms

Another word for thievish

Choosing another word for thievish depends on context, so the 12 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Inclined to steal; dishonest or given to theft.

Usage Example

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

Strongest
larcenous
light-fingered
sticky-fingered
Strong
pilfering
dishonest
crooked

• adjective (Context 2)

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

Usage Example

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

Strongest
stealthy
furtive
Strong
sneaky
surreptitious
clandestine
underhanded

Opposites of thievish

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

honest
open
trustworthy
forthright
law-abiding
candid
incorruptible
overt
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• Nearby Words

thieve
thievery
thieving
thievish
thigh
thighbone
thimble

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