What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
disappropriate
Example
The amount of money spent on the project was disappropriated and did not match the expected budget. [disappropriate: verb]
Example
The disappropriate distribution of resources led to unequal outcomes for different communities. [disappropriate: adjective]
misappropriate
Example
The employee was fired for misappropriating company funds for personal expenses. [misappropriate: verb]
Example
The artist accused the museum of misappropriating her artwork without permission. [misappropriate: gerund or present participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Misappropriate is more commonly used than disappropriate in everyday language. Misappropriate is often used in legal and financial contexts, while disappropriate is less common and more formal.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between disappropriate and misappropriate?
Disappropriate is more formal than misappropriate, and it is typically used in academic or professional settings. Misappropriate is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
