light-fingered vs thievious

light-fingered

adj
  • Having nimble fingers, especially for stealing or picking pockets (pickpocketing), given to thievery or shoplifting. 

  • Having quick, light and nimble fingers. 

thievious

adj
  • Characteristic of a thief or thievery; thievish 

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