Embezzle

usgb/ɪmˈbezl/
verb

To steal money that you are responsible for or that belongs to your employer.

He was accused of embezzling company funds.
Visual representation of "embezzle" - To steal money that you are responsible for or that belongs to your employer.

Often appears as...

  • embezzle funds
  • embezzle money
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Financial Trust

Embezzling involves violating financial trust and is taken very seriously in professional contexts.

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The treasurer faced severe consequences for embezzling club funds.
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Legal Ramifications

Using 'embezzle' suggests a crime, potentially leading to legal action or imprisonment.

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If convicted of embezzling, she could face up to 10 years in prison.
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Subtle Theft

'Embezzle' often implies a secretive theft over time, not a one-off event.

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He embezzled small amounts from the account to avoid detection.
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