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Definition of «misappropriation»

Misappropriation refers to the act of using something for a purpose other than its intended use or taking something that does not belong to you and using it without permission. It can also refer to the misuse of funds, resources or property that have been entrusted to someone's care. Misappropriation is often considered as a form of stealing or fraudulent behavior.

Usage examples

  1. The company's CEO was accused of misappropriation of funds, as he used the company's money for personal expenses.
  2. The politician was found guilty of misappropriation of government funds, diverting the money meant for public projects to his own accounts.
  3. The employee was fired for misappropriation of intellectual property, as he copied and used confidential information from the company for his personal gain.
  4. The charity organization's director faced charges of misappropriation when it was discovered that she had embezzled funds and used them for her personal luxuries.
  5. The celebrity's former manager filed a lawsuit alleging misappropriation of likeness, claiming that the star used his image without permission to promote their own brand.

Phrases with «misappropriation»

Sentences with «misappropriation»

  • Mesa Law Firm successfully represented its client in a commercial litigation matter it brought against an individual involving claims of misappropriation of trade secrets, breach of contract, tortious interference with business relationships, defamation and injunctive relief. (personalinjuryattorneysmiamifl.com)
  • In a dispute between competitors in the ambient light sensor market, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has affirmed a district court's judgment, following a jury trial, of liability for trade secret misappropriation of technology relating to the photodi (dailyreportingsuite.com)
  • The religious right are in the courts fightnig to cotrol women's reproductive rights, keep their pastors out of jail for se x ual misconduct, and for misappropriation of funds. (religion.blogs.cnn.com)
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