pilfered Definition
stolen in small quantities.
Using pilfered: Examples
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Example
The thief pilfered some cash from the register.
Example
She noticed that her jewelry had been pilfered.
Example
He was caught pilfering food from the fridge.
pilfered Synonyms and Antonyms
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Summary: pilfered in Brief
'Pilfered' [ˈpɪlfərd] means stolen in small quantities. It is often used to describe petty theft, such as taking small items or amounts of money. Examples include 'The thief pilfered some cash from the register.' and 'She noticed that her jewelry had been pilfered.' Synonyms include 'stolen' and 'thieved,' while informal alternatives are 'swiped' and 'snatched.'
