larcenic

/lɑrˈsenɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of theft or larceny

“The larcenic tendencies of some individuals in the community were a major concern for the police department.”

2. noun

a person who commits or is prone to theft or larceny

“The larcenic in our neighborhood has been stealing valuable items from homes and businesses.”

Synonyms

  • larcenous
  • thieving
  • thievish

Antonyms

  • honest
  • law-abiding