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peculation

The word “peculation” has 4 syllables: pec-u-la-tion

It's pronounced as /ˌpɛkjəˈleɪʃən/

What is synonym and antonym for peculation?

In the thesaurus, “peculation” has 86 synonyms and 8 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for peculation

Antonyms for peculation

Meanings of peculation

  • noun
    1. The act of stealing or misusing money, especially public or entrusted funds, for personal benefit; embezzlement.

Example Sentences

  • The investigation uncovered widespread peculation within the agency.
  • Officials were charged with peculation of public funds.
  • The company strengthened its policies to prevent peculation.
  • Evidence of peculation damaged the organization’s reputation.
  • The court imposed severe penalties for financial peculation.

On this page you'll find 94 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to peculation, such as: abduction, abstraction, annexation, appropriation, bestowal, black marketeering, break in.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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