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BRIBE

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Bribe.

How to pronounce bribe:

US

Bribe - as a noun

Payment made to a person in a position of trust to corrupt his judgment

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
payoff17
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
payment14
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Bribe - as a verb

Make illegal payments to in exchange for favors or influence

Example: "This judge can be bought"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
buy8corrupt11grease one's palms
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
pay8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"He was caught accepting a bribe from a businessman."
"The politician was accused of offering a bribe to secure votes."
"The court found him guilty of taking bribes in exchange for favors."
"She reported the bribe to the authorities."
"The police officer was arrested for soliciting bribes."
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Word Game Points

Is BRIBE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, bribe is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BRIBE has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is BRIBE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, bribe is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BRIBE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is BRIBE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, bribe is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BRIBE has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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