Bribery And Kickbacks

noun Dishonest or fraudulent conduct by those in power, typically involving bribery

adjective Corrupt (having or showing a willingness to act dishonestly in return for money or personal gain)

• The government is cracking down on corruption within its ranks.
• Everyone knows there's corruption going on in that company.
• That politician is as corrupt as they come.
• Corruption is like a cancer that eats away at society.

noun a sum of money that is paid back to someone as a reward for making a purchase or achieving a certain level of sales

verb to give or receive a kickback

• The businessman was arrested for accepting a kickback in exchange for awarding a government contract.
• I heard that the company boss got a kickback for closing that deal.
• I can hook you up with some kickback if you help me out.
• After a long day at work, I like to relax and enjoy a kickback with friends.