Basic Details
Word: Robber
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A person who steals from others, often by using force or threats.
Synonyms: Thief, bandit, mugger
Antonyms: Benefactor, hero
Idioms and Phrases
- Rob the cradle: To date someone who is significantly younger. Example: "He seems strange dating her; it feels like he's robbing the cradle."
- Caught red-handed: To be caught in the act of doing something wrong, usually stealing. Example: "The robber was caught red-handed when the police arrived during the theft."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The robber broke into the bank in the middle of the night, but the alarm system alerted the police quickly.
Example 2: After weeks of investigation, the detectives finally identified the robber who had stolen valuable paintings.
Example 3: Everyone in the shop was terrified when the robber threatened the cashier with a weapon.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "robber" dates back to the 14th century? It comes from the Old French word rober, which means "to seize or take away".
Famous Quote
"Robbers have more respect for laws than for the people who gather them." - J.A. Hobson
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "robber" mean?
a) A person who steals
b) A type of bird
c) A kind of fruit
d) A criminal record
Answer: a) A person who steals
2. Which of these is a synonym of "robber"?
a) Benefactor
b) Thief
c) Helper
d) Teacher
Answer: b) Thief
3. Which word is an antonym of "robber"?
a) Bandit
b) Hero
c) Mugger
d) Criminal
Answer: b) Hero
4. Which sentence uses "robber" correctly?
a) The robber sang beautifully in the concert.
b) The robber was captured while trying to escape on a bicycle.
c) The robber planted a garden in her backyard.
d) The robber painted a lovely picture.
Answer: b) The robber was captured while trying to escape on a bicycle.
5. Which idiom means to be caught during a theft?
a) Rob the cradle
b) Caught red-handed
c) Let the cat out of the bag
d) Break the ice
Answer: b) Caught red-handed
