corruption
Translation
corruption, dishonesty, bribery, decay
Examples
Political corruption is a serious problem.
Political corruption is a serious problem.
They found corruption in the computer files.
They found corruption in the computer files.
Grammar Patterns
((in sth.)) corruption in (a system/organisation) Political corruption is a serious problem.
Similar Words
Synonyms: dishonesty, bribery, fraud; Antonyms: integrity, honesty
Etymology
From Latin 'cor-' (together, completely) + 'rumpere' (to break). It literally means 'a complete breaking'.
Memory Tips
Think of a system or morality that is 'broken' from the inside.