adjective
- having the characteristics or behavior of a thief; inclined to steal
- suggesting or resembling theft; sneaky or furtive
Examples
- The thievish boy was caught stealing candy from the store.
- She gave him a thievish look before quietly taking the last cookie.
- His thievish behavior made his classmates reluctant to trust him.
- The cat had a thievish way of sneaking food from other pets’ bowls.
- The merchant was known for his thievish practices and unfair prices.
- With thievish fingers, she reached for the wallet on the table.