Associations to the word «Thievish»

Wiktionary

THIEVISH, adjective. Having a tendency to steal
THIEVISH, adjective. Having the manner of a thief; furtive

Dictionary definition

THIEVISH, adjective. Given to thievery.

Wise words

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