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corruption

NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. corruption (esp. by a government employee)
2. bribery
3. Political corruption

A noun referring to corruption, particularly the misuse of one's official position for personal gain. It is commonly used in news reports about politicians or public officials involved in bribery or abuse of power.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

If corruption becomes the norm, trust turns to sand.

Sentence 2

An executive said, "Anti-corruption measures aren't a cost — they're an investment."

Sentence 3

Prosecutors conducted simultaneous raids in connection with a corruption case.

Sentence 4

When corruption allegations came up on the board meeting agenda, the tension in the room was palpable.

Sentence 5

A person involved testified that "the orders to engage in corruption came from above."