embezzlement

1. The stealing of money entrusted to one's care: “The treasurer of the company embezzled a million dollars.”

Example Sentences

In the same meeting that the alleged embezzlement scheme came to light, the district’s superintendent suddenly resigned.

From Los Angeles Times

Why, his supporters are asking, did the court clear him of three of the four charges weighing against him: illegal party funding, embezzlement of Libyan funds, and corruption?

From BBC

Perth and Kinross Council has elected a new leader after the man who previously held the role was charged with embezzlement and resigned.

From BBC

Prosecutors had sought an arrest warrant for Han on four charges including improper solicitation and graft, and occupational embezzlement.

From BBC

The leader of Perth and Kinross Council has resigned after being charged with embezzlement.

From BBC

Related Words

• fraud 
• larceny 
• misappropriation 
• misuse 
• theft