corruption

corruption[ k?'r?p??n ]

• n.
  • lack of integrity or honesty (especially susceptibility to bribery); use of a position of trust for dishonest gain

    同义词：corruptness

  • in a state of progressive putrefaction

    同义词：putrescenceputridnessrottenness

  • decay of matter (as by rot or oxidation)
  • moral perversion; impairment of virtue and moral principles

    "the luxury and corruption among the upper classes"

    同义词：degeneracydepravationdepravityputrefaction

  • destroying someone's (or some group's) honesty or loyalty; undermining moral integrity

    "corruption of a minor"

    同义词：subversion

  • inducement (as of a public official) by improper means (as bribery) to violate duty (as by commiting a felony)

    "he was held on charges of corruption and racketeering"