mis·ap·pro·pri·ate

[mis-uh-proh-pree-eyt]
verb (used with object), mis·ap·pro·pri·at·ed, mis·ap·pro·pri·at·ing.
1.
to put to a wrong use.
2.
to apply wrongfully or dishonestly, as funds entrusted to one's care.

Origin:
1855–60; mis-1 + appropriate

mis·ap·pro·pri·a·tion, noun
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misappropriate (ˌmɪsəˈprəʊprɪˌeɪt) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
vb
(tr) to appropriate for a wrong or dishonest use; embezzle or steal
 
misap'propri'ation
 
n

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misappropriate (ˌmɪsəˈprəʊprɪˌeɪt) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
vb
(tr) to appropriate for a wrong or dishonest use; embezzle or steal
 
misap'propri'ation
 
n

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misappropriation
1794; from mis- (1) + appropriation. Related: Misappropriate (v.).
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Example sentences
They soon determined there was no reason to suspect misappropriation or fraud.
In the course of his job, he discovered instances of bribery and corruption,
  including misappropriation of weapons.
It included the misappropriation of technologies necessary to produce such
  products as antibiotics, amino acids, and vitamins.
Echoing a theme of beneficiaries, the misappropriation and theft of food has
  resulted in a loss of food relief.
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