corruption (Meaning)
corruption (n)
lack of integrity or honesty (especially susceptibility to bribery); use of a position of trust for dishonest gain
in a state of progressive putrefaction
decay of matter (as by rot or oxidation)
moral perversion; impairment of virtue and moral principles
destroying someone's (or some group's) honesty or loyalty; undermining moral integrity
inducement (as of a public official) by improper means (as bribery) to violate duty (as by commiting a felony)
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corruption Sentence Examples
- The investigation uncovered widespread corruption within the government.
- Corruption erodes trust in public institutions and undermines democracy.
- The businessman was arrested for bribery and corruption charges.
- The corruption scandal rocked the country, leading to protests and calls for reform.
- Political corruption has long been a problem in many developing nations.
- The organization implemented strict anti-corruption measures to prevent unethical behavior.
- The documentary exposed the corruption within the pharmaceutical industry.
- Corruption in the police force has led to a breakdown of law and order in some communities.
- The mayor's involvement in corruption tarnished the city's reputation.
- The journalist received threats for uncovering corruption among local officials.
FAQs About the word corruption
lack of integrity or honesty (especially susceptibility to bribery); use of a position of trust for dishonest gain, in a state of progressive putrefaction, deca
decay,decomposition, putrefaction, breakdown, fermentation, disintegration,rot, putrescence, festering, spoilage
maturation,growth, growth, maturation,ripening, ripening,
The investigation uncovered widespread corruption within the government.
Corruption erodes trust in public institutions and undermines democracy.
The businessman was arrested for bribery and corruption charges.
The corruption scandal rocked the country, leading to protests and calls for reform.
