Thievery (noun)

The act of stealing; the act of taking something without permission or without paying for it.

Origin:

The word thievery comes from the word "thief" which means "a person who steals".

Examples:

1. He was arrested for thievery after he was caught stealing from the store.
2. Thievery is a criminal act, which is punishable by law.
3. Thievery can take many forms, from shoplifting to grand larceny.
4. Thievery can be committed by individuals or by organized groups.
5. The punishment for thievery can range from fines to imprisonment.