Appropriation is

A) an intentional act that amounts to extreme and outrageous conduct resulting in severe emotional distress to another.
B) a false statement communicated orally to a third party.
C) wrongfully hurting a person's good reputation.
D) the use by one person of another person's name, likeness, or other identifying characteristic, without permission and for the benefit of the user.

Appropriation

In law, the unauthorized use of someone's name, likeness, or other personal attributes for commercial gain.

Intentional Act

An action performed with the specific intent to achieve a certain result or outcome, especially relevant in the context of legal liability.

Severe Emotional Distress

A mental suffering or anguish induced by incidents of harm or injury, which can form the basis for a personal injury lawsuit if caused by someone else's negligent or intentional actions.