Corruption Meaning

There are 6 meaning(s) for word Corruption

Meaning 1 : in a state of progressive putrefaction

    Synonyms : putrescence,  putridness,  rottenness
Meaning 2 : lack of integrity or honesty (especially susceptibility to bribery); use of a position of trust for dishonest gain

    Synonyms : corruptness
Meaning 3 : destroying someone's (or some group's) honesty or loyalty; undermining moral integrity

    Example : corruption of a minor

    Synonyms : subversion
Meaning 4 : moral perversion; impairment of virtue and moral principles

    Example : the luxury and corruption among the upper classes

    Synonyms : degeneracy,  depravation,  depravity,  putrefaction
Meaning 5 : decay of matter (as by rot or oxidation)

Meaning 6 : inducement (as of a public official) by improper means (as bribery) to violate duty (as by commiting a felony)

    Example : he was held on charges of corruption and racketeering