heist

/hiːst/

Definitions

1. noun

a robbery, especially one that is daring or elaborate

“The police were investigating a daring diamond heist.”

2. verb

to steal or rob, especially in a daring or elaborate way

“The thieves heisted the valuable artwork from the museum.”

3. verb

to steal or obtain something by clever or cunning means

“The company heisted the idea from a rival firm.”

Synonyms

  • loot
  • plunder
  • robbery

Antonyms

  • donation
  • gift