light-fingered Synonyms
light-fingered Meaning
light-fingered (s)
having nimble fingers literally or figuratively; especially for stealing or picking pockets
light-fingered (a.)
Dexterous in taking and conveying away; thievish; pilfering; addicted to petty thefts.
light-fingered Sentence Examples
- The light-fingered thief deftly snatched the wallet from the unsuspecting victim.
- The light-fingered pickpocket had a keen eye for spotting unattended valuables.
- The store manager was constantly on the lookout for the notorious light-fingered shopper.
- The boy was caught red-handed with the light-fingered theft of candy from the store.
- The housekeeper suspected the light-fingered maid had been stealing from the guests.
- The lawyer defended the light-fingered client, arguing that the circumstances were exceptional.
- The casino had a strict policy against light-fingered individuals who attempted to cheat.
- The light-fingered burglar was apprehended after a string of successful heists.
- The jewelry store owner installed surveillance cameras to deter light-fingered thieves.
- The light-fingered musician had a remarkable ability to play intricate passages with ease.
FAQs About the word light-fingered
having nimble fingers literally or figuratively; especially for stealing or picking pocketsDexterous in taking and conveying away; thievish; pilfering; addicted
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lumbering, ungraceful, gawky, gawky, clumsy, klutzy, uncoordinated,clumsy, klutzy, graceless
The light-fingered thief deftly snatched the wallet from the unsuspecting victim.
The light-fingered pickpocket had a keen eye for spotting unattended valuables.
The store manager was constantly on the lookout for the notorious light-fingered shopper.
The boy was caught red-handed with the light-fingered theft of candy from the store.
