Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bezzle
verb
/ˈbɛzəl/
Definition
To steal or misappropriate funds that have been entrusted to one’s care, often in small amounts.
Examples
- He was found guilty of trying to bezzle money from the charity he managed.
- The accountant was accused of bezzling funds over several years.
Meaning
Bezzle refers to the act of embezzling money or property, particularly in a manner that is deceitful, but often undetected for a time.
Synonyms
- Embezzle
- Misappropriate
- Misuse
