What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
thievery
Example
The thievery at the store was caught on camera. [thievery: noun]
Example
He was known for his thievery and had been arrested multiple times. [thievery: noun]
theft
Example
The theft of the jewelry was reported to the police. [theft: noun]
Example
She was charged with theft after stealing money from her employer. [theft: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Theft is a more common term than thievery and is widely used in everyday language, especially in legal and official contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between thievery and theft?
Theft is a more formal term than thievery and is commonly used in legal and official contexts, while thievery is more informal and colloquial.
