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light-fingered

The word “light-fingered” has 3 syllables: light-fin-gered

It's pronounced as /ˌlaɪt ˈfɪŋ.ɡɚd/

What is synonym and antonym for light-fingered?

In the thesaurus, “light-fingered” has 28 synonyms and 15 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for light-fingered along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for light-fingered

Antonyms for light-fingered

Meanings of light-fingered

  • verb
    1. To take; to steal; to pilfer.
  • adjective
    1. Having quick, light and nimble fingers.
    2. Having nimble fingers literally or figuratively; especially for stealing or picking pockets (pickpocketing), given to thievery or shoplifting.

Example Sentences

  • The shop owner became cautious after noticing a light-fingered visitor.
  • The novel featured a clever but light-fingered character.
  • Travelers were warned to watch their belongings around light-fingered thieves.
  • The detective suspected that a light-fingered individual had taken the missing item.
  • The story described a light-fingered pickpocket moving through the crowd.

On this page you'll find 43 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to light-fingered, such as: acrobatic, adroit, agile, athletic, awkward, balletic, bungling.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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