Synonyms for Plunder

Definition of plunder

noun
  1. goods or money obtained illegally
verb
  1. take illegally; of intellectual property; "This writer plundered from famous authors"
  2. plunder (a town) after capture; "the barbarians sacked Rome"

14 synonyms found

Writing tips for "plunder"

Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like booty, despoil, foray can replace "plunder" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.

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"Plunder" in song lyrics

See how plunder is used in real songs:

  • "Rob your grave, maraud and plunder"
    Twin Perils — Zatoichi
  • "They used sex, intimidation and violence to plunder"
    Ugly Duckling — La Revolucion
  • "thunder plunder"
    AOL — AOL

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