Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cleptomaniaco
noun
/ˌklɛp.təˈmæn.i.æk.oʊ/
Definition
A person who has a strong urge to steal, typically without any economic motive.
Examples
- The cleptomaniac was caught attempting to steal items from the store without needing them.
- Despite being wealthy, the cleptomaniac could not resist the urge to take things that did not belong to him.
- Therapy can help a cleptomaniac manage their impulses to steal.
Meaning
The term refers to an individual who experiences an uncontrollable urge to steal items, often regardless of their value or necessity.
Synonyms
- thief
- shoplifter
- burglar