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3 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Misappropriate' in a Sentence

"To use something wrongly or for the wrong purpose." more

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The art dealer has been misappropriating funds from the sale of valuable paintings.
In the world of art, forgers will have been misappropriating famous paintings for years.
Over the years, she will have been misappropriating trust within the friendship.

Misappropriate

mis-uh-proh-pree-eyt
verbTo use something wrongly or for the wrong purpose.
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Last Updated On: June 10, 2024
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