embezzles
The word “embezzles” has 3 syllables: em-bez-zles
It's pronounced as /ɛmˈbɛzəlz/
What is synonym and antonym for embezzles?
In the thesaurus, “embezzles” has 39 synonyms.
Here are synonyms for embezzles along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for embezzles
- annexes
- appropriates
- arrogates
- assumes
- attaches
- claims
- collars
- commandeers
- confiscates
- converts
- despoils
- encroaches
- expropriates
- grabs
- grasps
- impounds
- infringes
- invades
- loots
- misapplies
- misappropriates
- misuses
- occupies
- peculates
- pillages
- pirates
- preempts
- preoccupies
- presses
- repossesses
- seizes
- sequesters
- snatches
- steals
- takes over
- trespasses
- usurps
- wrenches
- wrests
Meanings of embezzles
- verb
- To steal or misappropriate money that one has been trusted with, especially to steal money from the organisation for which one works.
Example Sentences
- He regularly embezzles money from the charity without raising suspicion.
- The accountant embezzles small amounts over time to avoid detection.
- When someone embezzles funds, it often takes years before anyone notices.
- She embezzles from her employer while pretending to be a loyal worker.
- If the manager embezzles again, the company will press charges immediately.
On this page you'll find 39 synonyms or another words to embezzles, such as: annexes, appropriates, arrogates, assumes, attaches, claims, collars.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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- reaccepts
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peculates
- annexes
- appropriates
- arrogates
- assumes
- attaches
- claims
- collars
- commandeers
- confiscates
- converts
- despoils
- embezzles
- encroaches
- expropriates
- grabs
- grasps
- impounds
- infringes
- invades
- loots
- misapplies
- misappropriates
- misuses
- occupies
- pillages
- pirates
- preempts
- preoccupies
- presses
- repossesses
- seizes
- sequesters
- snatches
- steals
- takes over
- trespasses
- usurps
- wrenches
- wrests