Vocabulary Entry

disgorgement

|noun • verb

noun

The act of discharging or releasing something, especially in a context of a legal or financial obligation.

Example Sentences

"The court ordered the disgorgement of profits obtained through fraudulent means."

"He faced a hefty fine and disgorgement of the funds he misappropriated."

"The disgorgement process was complicated but necessary for restoring public trust."

verb

Example Sentences

"The regulatory agency may disgorge illegal profits from the company."

"After the investigation, they were required to disgorge all the funds gained through wrongdoing."

"He sought to disgorge the assets that were wrongfully obtained during his time in office."