burglarize

/ˈbɜrɡləraɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to break and enter into a building or other enclosed place in order to steal or commit a crime.

“The police were called after the store was burglarized during the night.”

2. verb (transitive)

to equip or provide with a burglar alarm.

“The new security system will burglarize the entire house.”

Synonyms

  • break in
  • burglar
  • bust in
  • infiltrate
  • raid

Antonyms

  • protect
  • secure