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crime
(delito)

(delito)

crimen

flag
/ˈkɹaɪm/
Sustantivo

an unlawful act that is punishable by the legal system

synonymcriminal offence
synonymcriminal offense
synonymlaw-breaking
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The police are investigating the crime that occurred last night.
The increase in violent crime has made residents feel unsafe.
She was arrested for her involvement in a violent crime.
crime
theft
(hurtar)

(hurtar)

robo

flag
/ˈθɛft/
Sustantivo

the illegal act of taking something from a place or person without permission

synonymlarceny
synonymstealing
synonymthievery
synonymthieving
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The theft of confidential documents from the office led to a breach of security and serious consequences for the company.
The police launched an investigation into the theft of expensive jewelry from the local boutique.
The museum increased its security measures after a high-profile theft of priceless art pieces from its gallery.
theft
burglary
robo

robo

flag
/ˈbɜːrɡləri/
Sustantivo

the crime of entering a building to commit illegal activities such as stealing, damaging property, etc.

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Burglary rates tend to increase during the holiday season as thieves target empty homes.
After the burglary, the family installed a new security system to protect their home.
During the trial, evidence of the defendant’s involvement in the burglary was overwhelming.
burglary
mugging
asalto

asalto

flag
/ˈməɡɪŋ/
Sustantivo

the act of threatening someone or beating them in order to gain some money

mugging
shoplifting
hurto

hurto

flag
/ˈʃɑˌpɫɪftɪŋ/
Sustantivo

the crime of taking goods from a store without paying for them

synonymshrinkage
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Shoplifting rates tend to increase during the holiday season when stores are busiest.
Retailers often use anti-theft tags and alarms on merchandise to prevent shoplifting.
The store installed surveillance cameras to deter shoplifting and catch perpetrators in the act.
shoplifting
smuggling
(tráfico)

(tráfico)

contrabando

flag
/ˈsməɡəɫɪŋ/, /ˈsməɡɫɪŋ/
Sustantivo

the act of importing or exporting goods or people secretly and against the law

kidnapping
secuestro

secuestro

flag
/ˈkɪdˌnæpɪŋ/
Sustantivo

the act of taking someone against their will and imprisoning them

synonymsnatch
fraud
fraude

fraude

flag
/ˈfɹɔd/
Sustantivo

the act of cheating in order to make illegal money

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The company faced serious legal consequences due to the fraud committed by one of its employees who embezzled millions.
He was arrested for fraud after it was discovered that he had been falsifying financial records for years.
The victim lost a significant amount of money to an online fraud scheme that promised high returns but was fake.
bribery
soborno

soborno

flag
/ˈbɹaɪbɝi/
Sustantivo

the act of offering money to an authority to gain advantage

synonymgraft
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Bribery is a serious crime that undermines the fairness of government systems and businesses.
The investigation uncovered a network of bribery, with officials accepting kickbacks in exchange for favorable contracts.
The politician was accused of bribery after it was revealed that he accepted money to influence his decisions.
bribery
murder
(homicidio)

(homicidio)

murder

flag
/ˈmɝdɝ/
Sustantivo

the crime of ending a person's life deliberately

synonymexecution
synonymslaying
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Murder is considered one of the most serious crimes in any legal system.
The documentary explored various motives behind murder, shedding light on psychological factors involved.
He was convicted of murder and sentenced to life in prison for his actions.
murder
arson
incendio provocado

incendio provocado

flag
/ˈɑɹsən/
Sustantivo

the criminal act of setting something on fire, particularly a building

synonymfire-raising
synonymincendiarism
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The fire department suspects arson as the cause of the warehouse fire.
The police arrested a suspect in connection with the arson of several vehicles downtown.
Arson investigations often involve examining evidence such as burn patterns and accelerants.
vandalism
vandalismo

vandalismo

flag
/ˈvændəɫɪzəm/
Sustantivo

the illegal act of purposefully damaging a property belonging to another person or organization

synonymhooliganism
synonymmalicious mischief
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The park was closed temporarily due to vandalism that left graffiti on the playground equipment.
He was arrested for vandalism after being caught spray-painting graffiti on a building wall.
After the vandalism of the public library, the community came together to clean and restore the damaged areas.
vandalism
looting
(robo)

(robo)

saqueo

flag
/ˈɫutɪŋ/
Sustantivo

the act of stealing goods or property from a place, especially during a time of chaos or disorder

synonymrobbery
terrorism
terrorismo

terrorismo

flag
/ˈterərɪzəm/
Sustantivo

the act of using violence such as killing people, bombing, etc. to gain political power

synonymact of terrorism
synonymterrorist act
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The organization was classified as a terrorist group due to its involvement in acts of terrorism.
The government implemented stricter security measures to combat terrorism.
International efforts are ongoing to prevent terrorism and promote peace.
terrorism
robbery
robo

robo

flag
/ˈɹɑbɝi/
Sustantivo

the crime of stealing money or goods from someone or somewhere, especially by violence or threat

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The victim of the robbery described the suspect to the police in detail.
The convenience store installed security cameras to deter robbery attempts.
The bank was the target of a robbery, with the thieves escaping with a large sum of money.
robbery
robber
(asaltante)

(asaltante)

ladrón

flag
/ˈɹɑbɝ/
Sustantivo

a person who steals from someone or something using force or threat of violence

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Witnesses described the robber as wearing a black mask and gloves.
The robber brandished a weapon and demanded the cashier hand over the money from the register.
The police apprehended the robber who had been terrorizing the local neighborhood.
robber
thief
(rastrero)

(rastrero)

ladrón

flag
/ˈθif/
Sustantivo

someone who steals something from a person or place without using violence or threats

synonymstealer
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The thief was able to break into the house while the family was away on vacation.
The thief was caught on camera as he sneaked into the store and took a handful of electronics.
The thief attempted to escape through the alley, but the police quickly cornered him.
thief
to steal
robar

robar

flag
/ˈstiɫ/
Sustantivo

to take something from someone or somewhere without permission or paying for it

synonymrip
synonymrip off
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The thief has stolen several cars in the past month.
Last night, someone stole my bicycle from the front yard.
Right now, someone is stealing my lunch from the office fridge.
to steal
burglar
(intruso)

(intruso)

ladrón

flag
/ˈbɜːrɡlər/
Sustantivo

someone who illegally enters a place in order to steal something

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The burglar broke into the house through the back door while the family was asleep upstairs.
The burglar wore a mask to hide his identity as he carefully searched through the drawers for valuables.
Police caught the burglar trying to escape with the stolen goods, and he was arrested on the spot.
burglar
to burgle
(entrar a robar)

(entrar a robar)

robar

flag
/bˈɜːɡəl/
Sustantivo

to illegally enter a place in order to commit theft

synonymburglarise
synonymburglarize
synonymheist
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The thieves attempted to burgle the house while the owners were away on vacation.
He was arrested for attempting to burgle a jewelry store late at night.
They were horrified to learn that their home had been burgled while they were out for dinner.
to burgle
to mug
asaltar

asaltar

flag
/ˈməɡ/
Sustantivo

to steal from someone by threatening them or using violence, particularly in a public place

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Right now, the muggers are actively mugging unsuspecting individuals near the train station.
If security measures fail, muggers will likely mug more individuals in crowded places.
The victim bravely fought back when the thieves tried to mug them in the park.
to mug
mugger
(ladrón)

(ladrón)

asalteador

flag
/ˈməɡɝ/
Sustantivo

a person who attacks and robs people in a public place

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The mugger was caught on camera, and the footage helped law enforcement track him down.
He was a mugger who targeted people on the subway, quickly snatching their bags before fleeing the scene.
Police were able to identify the mugger after they found fingerprints on the stolen wallet.
mugger
shoplifter
(hurtador)

(hurtador)

ladrón de tiendas

flag
/ˈʃɑˌpɫɪftɝ/
Sustantivo

a person who secretly takes goods from a store without paying

synonymbooster
synonymlifter
shoplifter
to shoplift
robar en las tiendas

robar en las tiendas

flag
/ˈʃɑˌpɫɪft/
Sustantivo

to steal goods from a store by secretly taking them without paying

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The teenager was caught shoplifting cosmetics from a local department store.
The security cameras captured the individual attempting to shoplift items from the store.
to shoplift
to smuggle
contrabandear

contrabandear

flag
/ˈsməɡəɫ/
Sustantivo

to move goods or people illegally and secretly into or out of a country

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Smugglers attempted to smuggle a large quantity of narcotics across the border.
The organized crime ring was involved in smuggling stolen art across international borders.
Border patrol intercepted a group trying to smuggle undocumented migrants into the country.
to smuggle
smuggler
(traficante)

(traficante)

contrabandista

flag
/ˈsməɡəɫɝ/, /ˈsməɡɫɝ/
Sustantivo

an individual who illegally and secretly imports or exports goods or people

synonymcontrabandist
synonymmoon curser
synonymmoon-curser
synonymrunner
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The smuggler had been using tunnels to secretly transport goods between two countries without detection.
Authorities arrested the smuggler after they discovered the contraband goods hidden in the shipment.
Border control agents uncovered a network of smugglers involved in the illegal trafficking of endangered species.
to kidnap
(raptar)

(raptar)

secuestrar

flag
/ˈkɪdˌnæp/
Sustantivo

to take someone away and hold them in captivity, typically to demand something for their release

synonymabduct
synonymnobble
synonymsnatch
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The criminals planned to kidnap the CEO's daughter for a ransom.
The investigation revealed a plot to kidnap a government official for political motives.
The international community condemned the act of terrorism, which included attempts to kidnap diplomats.
to kidnap
kidnapper
(raptor)

(raptor)

secuestrador

flag
/ˈkɪdˌnæpɝ/
Sustantivo

someone who takes an individual away and holds them in captivity, particularly to demand something for their release

synonymabductor
synonymsnatcher
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The kidnapper demanded a large ransom in exchange for the safe return of the child.
The kidnapper was caught on surveillance cameras, which helped authorities locate him quickly.
The police worked tirelessly to track down the kidnapper and rescue the victim from their hideout.
kidnapper
to defraud
defraudar

defraudar

flag
/dɪˈfɹɔd/
Sustantivo

to illegally obtain money or property from someone by tricking them

synonymbunco
synonymcon
synonymdiddle
synonymgoldbrick
synonymhornswoggle
synonymmulct
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The scammer defrauded unsuspecting individuals by convincing them to invest in a fraudulent scheme.
She was accused of defrauding her employer by embezzling funds from the company's accounts.
He was arrested for attempting to defraud the insurance company by submitting false claims.

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to defraud
fraudster
(fraudulento)

(fraudulento)

estafador

flag
/ˈfɹɔdstɝ/
Sustantivo

a person who deceives others to gain money, particularly in business transactions

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The police arrested the fraudster for selling fake products online under the guise of a legitimate business.
The fraudster was caught after he tricked dozens of investors into funding a non-existent business.
The fraudster was sentenced to prison after the authorities uncovered his elaborate scheme to manipulate insurance claims.
to bribe
(coimear, morder)

(coimear, morder)

sobornar

flag
/ˈbɹaɪb/
Sustantivo

to persuade someone to do something, often illegal, by giving them an amount of money or something of value

synonymbuy
synonymcorrupt
synonymgrease one's palms
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The businessman resorted to bribing competitors' employees to gain insider information.
The whistleblower came forward with information about a scheme to bribe public officials for construction permits.
Law enforcement arrested individuals attempting to bribe witnesses in an ongoing investigation.
to bribe
to murder
(matar)

(matar)

asesinar

flag
/ˈmɝdɝ/
Sustantivo

to unlawfully and intentionally kill another human being

synonymbump off
synonymdispatch
synonymhit
synonymoff
synonympolish off
synonymremove
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Last year, the criminal unexpectedly murdered an innocent bystander.
If the crime goes unsolved, the killer will likely murder again.
In the court trial, the evidence pointed to the defendant's intention to murder.
to murder
murderer
asesino

asesino

flag
/ˈmɝdɝɝ/
Sustantivo

a person who is guilty of killing another human being deliberately

synonymliquidator
synonymmanslayer
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The police apprehended the murderer after a lengthy investigation into the crime.
In the courtroom, the murderer showed no remorse for their actions during the trial.
The film tells the story of a detective who is determined to catch a notorious murderer.
murderer
arsonist
(incendiario)

(incendiario)

pirómano

flag
/ˈɑɹsənəst/, /ˈɑɹsənɪst/
Sustantivo

a person who intentionally starts fires, often for criminal purposes

synonymfirebug
synonymincendiary
to vandalize
destrozar

destrozar

flag
/ˈvændəˌɫaɪz/
Sustantivo

to intentionally damage something, particularly public property

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Graffiti artists were caught vandalizing the walls of historic buildings.
The park was closed temporarily for repairs after vandals had vandalized the playground equipment.
Schools implemented security measures to prevent students from vandalizing facilities.
to vandalize
vandal
vándalo

vándalo

flag
/ˈvændəɫ/
Sustantivo

someone who intentionally damages or destroys public or private property

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The vandal was caught on camera smashing windows at the downtown store, causing significant damage.
The local park was closed for repairs after a vandal damaged several benches and playground equipment.
As a punishment, the vandal was required to clean up the mess they had made and pay for the repairs.
to loot
saquear

saquear

flag
/ˈɫut/
Sustantivo

to illegally obtain or exploit copyrighted or patented material for personal gain

synonymplunder
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The artist's designs were looted by counterfeiters who mass-produced knockoff products and sold them at a fraction of the price.
The company discovered that a competitor had looted their proprietary software code and was selling a similar product under a different name.
The author sued the publishing company for allowing others to loot his book by reproducing it without permission.
looter
(ladrón)

(ladrón)

saqueador

flag
/ˈɫutɝ/
Sustantivo

someone who steals things from a place during a time of unrest or disaster

synonymdespoiler
synonymfreebooter
synonympillager
synonymplunderer
synonymraider
synonymspoiler
to terrorize
(intimidar)

(intimidar)

aterrorizar

flag
/ˈtɛɹɝˌaɪz/
Sustantivo

to force someone to act or obey by instilling intense fear, often through threats or violence

Información Gramatical:

Transitivo
terrorist
(terrorista)

(terrorista)

terrorista

flag
/ˈtɛɹɝɪst/
Sustantivo

person who uses violence or threats to achieve political or ideological goals by targeting innocent people or civilians

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The government implemented stricter security measures in response to threats from terrorists targeting major infrastructure.
The terrorist was sentenced to life in prison after being convicted of plotting a series of violent acts against innocent civilians.
He was identified as a terrorist after being involved in several attacks that caused widespread fear and destruction.
terrorist
pattern

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