Pronunciation: /kəˈrʌpt/
verb to cause to act dishonestly in return for money or personal gain
A1 The file became corrupt and I couldn't open it.
A2 He was caught trying to corrupt the data in the company's database.
B1 The politician was accused of corrupting the system for personal gain.
B2 The company's CEO was found guilty of corrupting the financial records.
C1 The investigation revealed a complex scheme to corrupt officials at the highest levels of government.
C2 The organization was known for its efforts to corrupt public officials and influence policy decisions.
adjective having or showing a willingness to act dishonestly in return for money or personal gain
A1 The corrupt politician was caught taking bribes.
A2 The corrupt system allowed for unfair advantages to certain individuals.
B1 The company's corrupt practices were exposed by a whistleblower.
B2 The corrupt government official was finally held accountable for their actions.
C1 The corrupt regime was overthrown by the people in a revolution.
C2 The corrupt business executive was sentenced to prison for embezzlement.
formal The investigation uncovered evidence of corrupt practices within the company.
informal I heard that the mayor is involved in some corrupt dealings.
slang The whole system is so corrupt, it's ridiculous.
figurative Power has a way of corrupting even the most well-intentioned individuals.
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