appropriation

Definitions

The action of taking something for one's own use, typically without the owner's permission.

The act of setting aside money or assets for a specific purpose, especially by a government.

The adoption or use of elements from one culture by members of another, often controversially.

Examples

The city council approved the appropriation of funds to renovate the historic downtown library.

The artist was criticized for the cultural appropriation of traditional patterns in her latest fashion collection.

Synonyms

seizure usurpation commandeering allocation allotment confiscation annexation

Antonyms

restitution restoration return surrender relinquishment giving back forfeiture