Appropriation
Pronunciation: /əˌproʊpriːˈeɪʃən/
Appropriation (noun)
- the act of taking something for your own use, often without permission.
- money set aside by a government or organization for a specific purpose.
- using elements of one culture by another culture, sometimes seen as disrespectful.
Examples
- The appropriation of funds was unauthorized.
- Unauthorized appropriation of resources can lead to legal issues.
Common collocations: unauthorized appropriation, appropriation of funds, budget appropriation, appropriation bill, cultural appropriation