Synonyms for

Heist

Verb / haɪst / Another word for heist — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A heist is a robbery or theft, usually involving a lot of money or valuable items.

Synonyms & similar words

burglarise burgle ripoff burglarize stickup armedrobbery holdup robbery theft stealing burglary holdup mugging raid break-in stick-up looting plunder pilfering larceny embezzlement thievery swindle scam fraud deception shakedown

Synonyms by register

Formal

robbery burglary larceny theft

Informal

score job smash-and-grab rip-off

Literary

plunder spoil booty

Antonyms

return give back restore restitution reimbursement repayment

Common collocations

  • major heist
  • bank heist
  • art heist
  • successful heist
  • planned heist
  • carry out a heist
  • pull off a heist

Word family

noun heist
verb heist

Usage note

Heist specifically refers to a large-scale, often daring robbery, typically of valuables like money or jewels. It is generally used informally or in media contexts, less so in formal legal or police reports where 'robbery' or 'burglary' would be preferred.

Example sentences

  1. The heist at the jewelry store was well-planned and executed.
  2. The police are investigating the heist at the bank.
  3. The gang planned the heist for months before carrying it out.
  4. The heist was successful, and they got away with millions of dollars.
  5. The heist was a complete failure, and they were all arrested.

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