plunder

[ˈplʌndər]

plunder Definition

  • 1to steal goods from a place, especially by force
  • 2to take something quickly and in large amounts, especially illegally or unfairly

Using plunder: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "plunder" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The city was plundered and burned.

  • Example

    The invaders plundered the town and took everything of value.

  • Example

    The company was accused of plundering the country's natural resources.

  • Example

    He was caught plundering the company's funds.

plunder Synonyms and Antonyms

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Phrases with plunder

  • plunder and pillage

    to rob and destroy a place, especially during a war

    Example

    The enemy army came to our village and began to plunder and pillage.

  • to take as much as you can, especially when it is not yours

    Example

    The corrupt officials were plundering away the country's wealth.

  • plunder one's heart

    to win someone's love or affection

    Example

    He plundered her heart with his charming personality.

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Summary: plunder in Brief

The verb 'plunder' [ˈplʌndər] means to steal goods from a place, especially by force, or to take something quickly and in large amounts, especially illegally or unfairly. It is often used in the context of war or corruption, as in 'The city was plundered and burned.' 'Plunder' can also be used figuratively, as in 'He plundered her heart with his charming personality.'