Misappropriate
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌmɪs.əˈpɹəʊ.pɹɪ.eɪt/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Misappropriate is a verb meaning (transitive) To take something for wrong or illegal purposes.
Meaning
(transitive) To take something for wrong or illegal purposes.
More Meanings
- (transitive) To embezzle.
Example Sentences
The accountant was found to have misappropriated funds over a period of three years.
Word Forms
- misappropriates
- misappropriating
- misappropriated
Synonyms for misappropriate
Depending on context, synonyms include misuse, defalcate, embezzle, peculate.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include peculate, embezzle, deflect, divert, distract, capture.
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