Synonyms of embezzle

embezzle

verb

as in to steal

to steal money that you have been trusted with

He was caught embezzling money from his clients.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• steal
• usurp
• misappropriate
• misapply
• misuse
• seize
• grab
• arrogate
• confiscate
• peculate
• commandeer
• expropriate
• convert
• preempt
• snatch
• repossess
• appropriate
• take over
• impound
• attach
• pirate
• annex
• claim
• despoil
• pillage
• sequester
• occupy
• loot
• invade
• wrest
• grasp
• trespass
• press
• assume
• encroach
• wrench
• infringe
• preoccupy
• collar

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