Definitions

1. verb

to make or become morally rotten or decayed; to bribe or influence improperly

“The scandal led to accusations that the politician had corrupt officials in her administration.”

2. noun

a person or thing that is morally rotten or decayed; a bribe or act of bribing

“The corrupt official was arrested and charged with multiple counts of embezzlement.”

3. adjective

morally rotten or decayed; influenced by or given to bribery or improper influence

“The corrupt system of government was plagued by corruption and inefficiency.”

4. adverb

in a corrupt or morally rotten manner

“The corruptly managed company was eventually shut down by the authorities.”