embezzle

The word “embezzle” has 3 syllables: em-bez-zle

It's pronounced as /ɛmˈbɛzəl/

What is synonym and antonym for embezzle?

In the thesaurus, “embezzle” has 49 synonyms and 6 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for embezzle along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for embezzle

verb
1. To steal or misappropriate money that one has been trusted with, especially to steal money from the organisation for which one works.

The accountant was caught trying to embezzle funds from the company.
He went to prison for attempting to embezzle millions from investors.
It's a serious crime to embezzle money entrusted to you.
She discovered that a former employee had tried to embezzle small amounts over several years.
Authorities launched an investigation after noticing an attempt to embezzle public funds.

On this page you'll find 55 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to embezzle, such as: abstract, annex, appropriate, arrogate, assume, attach, claim.

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