grand larceny

Noun

Meaning

larceny of property having a value greater than some amount (the amount varies by locale)

Source: WordNet

Synonyms

grand theft stealing embezzlement larceny shoplifting thievery petty larceny grand theft auto simple larceny aggravated burglary major heist major theft grand misappropriation grand robbery large embezzlement

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Antonyms

petit larceny return petty petty larceny petty theft minor heist

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Hypernyms

theft stealing larceny thieving thievery

Examples

There is a difference between jaywalking and grand larceny. Gaylord Perry

He was arrested in March 2017 on charges of grand larceny, corrupting the government, and tax fraud. Source: Internet

In addition to the felony grand larceny charge, he’s charged with misdemeanor criminal impersonation, possession of burglar tools, resisting arrest and trespass. Source: Internet

In the past, Barry has been to state prison six times and racked up charges such as grand larceny, petty larceny, and fraudulent accosting. Source: Internet

Josh Swisher, charged with two counts of grand larceny, two counts of conspiracy, and one count of altering/changing manufacturer numbers did not appear for his hearing. Source: Internet

After nearly nine hours waiting for a verdict, former University student George Huguely stared straight ahead as a jury found him guilty of grand larceny and the second-degree murder of his former girlfriend Yeardley Love. Source: Internet

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