DEFALCATED - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Verb

appropriate (as property entrusted to one's care) fraudulently to one's own use

Example: The accountant embezzled thousands of dollars while working for the wealthy family

Synonyms

Malversate, Peculate, Misappropriate, Embezzle, Defalcate