What does misappropriate mean?
Misappropriate means (transitive) To take something for wrong or illegal purposes..
Misappropriate
/ˌmɪs.əˈpɹəʊ.pɹɪ.eɪt/ · verb
Meaning
(transitive) To take something for wrong or illegal purposes..
Definitions by Sense
- (transitive) To take something for wrong or illegal purposes.
- (transitive) To embezzle.
Example Sentences
The accountant was found to have misappropriated funds over a period of three years.
Synonyms for misappropriate
Antonyms for misappropriate
Related Words
Word Forms
- misappropriates
- misappropriating
- misappropriated
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for misappropriate?
Common synonyms include misuse, defalcate, embezzle, peculate.
What is the opposite of misappropriate?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use misappropriate in a sentence?
The accountant was found to have misappropriated funds over a period of three years.
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