Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Peculation.
Peculation - as a noun
The fraudulent appropriation of funds or property entrusted to your care but actually owned by someone else
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
defalcation17embezzlement36misapplication22misappropriationHypernyms (Closely Related)
larceny12stealing9theft11thievery17thieving15Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The judge sentenced the politician for peculation of public funds."
"The investigation revealed a high level of peculation within the company."
"She was accused of peculation after the audit uncovered discrepancies in the accounts."
"He was fired from his position due to suspected peculation."
"The whistleblower provided evidence of peculation by the company's executives."
Word Game Points
Is PECULATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, peculation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PECULATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is PECULATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, peculation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPECULATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.
Is PECULATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, peculation is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPECULATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
