verb
misappropriate
Misappropriate (verb) means to take something dishonestly for a purpose it was not meant for.
verb
1
To take something dishonestly for a purpose it was not meant for.
2
To steal money that has been placed in your care, especially from an employer.
"The accountant was found to have misappropriated funds over a period of three years."
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What is the meaning of misappropriate?
"misappropriate" (verb) means to take something dishonestly for a purpose it was not meant for.
What is another word for misappropriate?
Other words for "misappropriate" include defalcate, peculate, embezzle, malversate.
What are the different meanings of misappropriate?
"misappropriate" has 2 main meanings: 1. To take something dishonestly for a purpose it was not meant for; 2. To steal money that has been placed in your care, especially from an employer.
