Arrogation and Defalcation

Arrogation

Arrogation noun - The unlawful taking or withholding of something from the rightful owner under a guise of authority.
Usage example: the legislature's arrogation of certain powers that are explicitly reserved by the constitution for the judiciary
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Synonyms for Arrogation

Defalcation and arrogation are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Defalcation" instead a noun "Arrogation".

Defalcation

Defalcation noun - The sum of money that is misappropriated.

Arrogation and defalcation are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Arrogation" instead a noun "Defalcation".

Nearby Word: defalcated
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