Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Corruption.
How to pronounce corruption:
US
Corruption - as a noun
Lack of integrity or honesty (especially susceptibility to bribery); use of a position of trust for dishonest gain
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
corruptness15Hypernyms (Closely Related)
dishonesty17Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
In a state of progressive putrefaction
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
putrescence17putridness13rottenness10Decay of matter (as by rot or oxidation)
Moral perversion; impairment of virtue and moral principles
Example: "The luxury and corruption among the upper classes"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
degeneracy17depravation17depravity18putrefaction19Destroying someone's (or some group's) honesty or loyalty; undermining moral integrity
Example: "Corruption of a minor"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
subversion15Inducement (as of a public official) by improper means (as bribery) to violate duty (as by committing a felony)
Example: "He was held on charges of corruption and racketeering"
Example Sentences
"The investigation uncovered widespread corruption among high-ranking officials."
"She became disillusioned with politics due to the rampant corruption she witnessed."
"The whistleblower exposed a network of corruption within the company."
"The country's economy suffered greatly due to corruption in its financial sector."
"The government implemented stricter measures to combat corruption."
Word Game Points
Is CORRUPTION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, corruption is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CORRUPTION has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is CORRUPTION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, corruption is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCORRUPTION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.
Is CORRUPTION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, corruption is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCORRUPTION has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
