Definition: seizure of a vehicle in transit either to rob it or divert it to an alternate destination
Similar words: law-breaking, crime, criminal offence, criminal offense, offence, offense
Definition: (criminal law) an act punishable by law; usually considered an evil act
Usage: a long record of crimes
Synonyms: highjack, hijack, commandeer, pirate
Definition: take arbitrarily or by force
Usage: The Cubans commandeered the plane and flew it to Miami
Similar words: seize
Definition: take or capture by force
Usage: The terrorists seized the politicians; The rebels threaten to seize civilian hostages
Synonyms: hijack
Definition: seize control of
Usage: they hijacked the judicial process
Similar words: take over, seize, usurp, assume, arrogate
Definition: seize and take control without authority and possibly with force; take as one's right or possession
Usage: He assumed to himself the right to fill all positions in the town; he usurped my rights; She seized control of the throne after her husband died