bribemonger

/ˈbraɪbɪˌmɒŋɡər/

Definitions

1. noun

One who habitually receives bribes or engages in corrupt practices, especially to influence public opinion or policy.

“The media exposed the bribemonger who had been secretly taking payments from the government contractor.”

Synonyms

  • bribe-taker
  • corruptor
  • influencer

Antonyms

  • reformer
  • whistleblower