Meaning & Definition of word "Bandit"

Bandit

/ˈbændɪt/

1. A robber or outlaw belonging to a gang and typically involved in violent crime.
- Example: The bandit escaped into the woods after the robbery.
2. A person who engages in illegal activities, especially in a violent or aggressive manner.
- Example: The authorities are still searching for the notorious bandit who has terrorized the village.
3. A dishonest or unscrupulous person.
- Example: He felt like a bandit for taking advantage of his friend's trust.
4. Historically, a member of a group that engages in robbery and violence in lawless regions.
- Example: The stories of bandits roaming the countryside were common in folklore.

From Italian 'bandito', past participle of 'bandire' meaning 'to proclaim or to outlaw'.

road bandit:

A robber who targets vehicles on a road.

bandit country:

An area that is lawless or controlled by armed groups.

outlaw:

A person who is declared as outside the protection of the law.

thief:

A person who steals, especially secretly or without using force.

robber:

A person who steals from another using violence or threats.

Meaning: Someone who is particularly good at getting away with petty theft.

Example Sentence: He’s a real bandit when it comes to stealing snacks from the pantry.

Meaning: A person who operates outside of the norm; a free spirit.

Example Sentence: She’s a bandit in the business world, always bypassing the rules.