Corrupt

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Synonyms Antonyms Collocations Idiomatic Expressions

Synonyms of corrupt

dishonest
deceitful
unscrupulous

Antonyms of corrupt

honest
upright
integrity

Collocations of corrupt

corrupt politician
Frequency: 85 %

The corrupt politician was arrested for accepting bribes.

corrupt government
Frequency: 80 %

The corrupt government officials were exposed by the media.

corrupt behavior
Frequency: 75 %

His corrupt behavior tarnished his reputation in the community.

corrupt practices
Frequency: 70 %

The company was involved in corrupt practices to gain an unfair advantage.

corrupt system
Frequency: 65 %

The corrupt system allowed for widespread abuse of power.

Idiomatic Expressions for corrupt

  • Phrase: power corrupts, absolute power corrupts absolutely
    Meaning: the more power a person has, the more likely they are to abuse it
    Usage: The politician started off with good intentions, but as they gained more power, they became corrupt. As they say, power corrupts, absolute power corrupts absolutely.