Definition

A person who steals goods, especially during a time of war or chaos.

Example

The plunderer took everything of value from the abandoned village.

Conversation

Did you hear about the infamous plunderer who was caught last week?

Yeah, I read about that! It’s crazy how bold some people can be.

I wonder what drives someone to become a plunderer in the first place.

Probably a mix of greed and desperation, but it's hard to understand.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Plunderer → It is formed from "plunder" (from Middle Dutch *plunderen*, meaning to rob or pillage) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A plunderer is a person who robs or pillages.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'robs' ('plunder') and the '-er' just means a person. A plunderer is someone who engages in robbery.

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