noun

corruption

corruption, dishonesty, bribery

They are fighting against political corruption.

They are fighting against political corruption.

Data corruption can occur for many reasons.

Data corruption can occur for many reasons.

((corruption in + noun)) dishonesty within a specific area There is corruption in the government.

((political/financial corruption)) specific types of corruption They are fighting political corruption.

Synonyms: dishonesty, bribery, fraud; Antonyms: integrity, honesty, purity

From 'corrupt' + the noun-forming suffix '-ion'. 'Corrupt' comes from Latin 'corrumpere' (to destroy).

The '-ion' ending signifies the 'act or state of being' something. So, it's the state of being corrupt.

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