embezzler
noun C2
Plain meaning
a person who secretly steals money they are responsible for
Exam-register meaning
In formal or high-level texts, it is used to describe a person who secretly steals money they are responsible for, often with a precise or specialised tone.
In context
naturalThe article mentioned embezzler as one of the main issues.
examThe author examines embezzler in relation to social change, public policy, and institutional responsibility.
Common collocations
a clear embezzlerevidence of embezzlerwidespread embezzler
Watch out
Do not use “embezzler” as a vague high-level replacement; make sure the sentence really needs this specific noun.