Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
misappropriate
verb
/ˌmɪsəˈproʊpriˌeɪt/
Definition
To take something for one’s own use, typically in a way that is dishonest or illegal.
Examples
- The accountant was caught trying to misappropriate company funds.
- It is illegal to misappropriate donations intended for charity.
- The CEO was accused of misappropriating assets from the company.
Meaning
Misappropriate refers to the act of wrongfully taking someone else’s property, funds, or resources for personal use.
Synonyms
- Embezzle
- Misuse
- Steal
- Misapply
- Divert
