Corruption
/kəˈrʌpʃən/
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Definition
(noun) The act of corrupting or of impairing integrity, virtue, or moral principle; the state of being corrupted or debased; loss of purity or integrity.
Sentence Examples
The politician pushed for reform by denouncing the corruption of the government officials.
What is most troublesome is the corruption of the best.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The politician pushed for reform by denouncing the ____ of the government officials.