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corruption

Pronunciation: [kəˈrʌpʃən]

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Learn how to use corruption in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “government”

(noun) when people in power act dishonestly for personal gain. It's like if a teacher takes money to give a student a better grade instead of treating everyone fairly.

Example

The new law is meant to stop corruption in the government.

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The town faced a lot of trouble because there was no corruption in the government.

Example

What steps can we take to fight corruption in our leaders?

Context: “behavior”

(noun) when someone behaves badly or morally wrong. It's like when a friend lies to get what they want, even if it hurts others.

Example

His corruption was obvious when he cheated on the test.

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She acted so honestly that there was no suspicion of corruption.

Example

Why do some people choose to engage in corruption instead of being honest?

Context: “morality”

(noun) the process or act of something becoming worse or damaged. Like when an old book gets torn and faded over time, it shows corruption.

Example

The corruption of the old document made it impossible to read.

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The painting remained untouched and showed no signs of corruption.

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What do you think causes corruption in important texts or art?

How to pronounce corruption

Pronunciation: [kəˈrʌpʃən]

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