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Synonyms & Similar Words
depraved
debased
degenerate
immoral
unethical
dishonest
unscrupulous
crooked
rigged
tainted
polluted
contaminated
rotten
putrid
foul
filthy
dirty
unclean
impure
tainted
perverted
warped
distorted
twisted
decadent
dissolute
profligate
venal
bribable
crooked
corruptible
rotten
nefarious
villainous
wicked
evil
malevolent
Meaning of Corrupt
According to the Oxford English Dictionary, "corrupt" means having or showing a willingness to act dishonestly or unscrupulously in return for personal gain, or being in a state of decay or rot.
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster defines "corrupt" as having or showing a corrupt or debased character, or being tainted or rotten.
- Cambridge Dictionary defines "corrupt" as having or showing a lack of integrity or moral principle, or being in a state of decay or deterioration.
Example Uses
- The corrupt politician was accused of taking bribes from wealthy businessmen.
- The company's corrupt practices led to a major scandal and widespread outrage.
- The corrupt file was unable to be opened due to the presence of a virus.
- The corrupt police officer was fired after being caught accepting bribes.
- The corrupt system of government led to widespread poverty and inequality.