Synonyms for

Copping

Verb / ˈkɑ:pɪŋ / Another word for copping — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of taking or getting something, especially by illegal or unethical means.

Synonyms & similar words

apprehend nab collar hook glom pickup snitch arrest cop nail thieve knockoff stealing thieving robbing swiping lifting plundering looting filching embezzling pirating appropriating pinching snatching nicking rifling burgling trespassing invading raiding mugging

Example sentences

  1. The police officer arrested the man for copping drugs on the street corner.
  2. She was accused of copping her friend's homework and copying it as her own.
  3. He was fired from his job for copping company secrets and selling them to a rival business.
  4. The thief was caught copping jewelry from the store.
  5. The gang was known for copping expensive cars and selling them on the black market.

Quotes

  • I'm copping a plea to being a loser.
  • There's nothing wrong with copping out and saving your own skin.
  • I'm copping a squat like a homeless guy on a busy street corner.

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