corrupt — dishonest and willing to use position of power for personal gain
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: dishonest and willing to use position of power for personal gain
Pronunciation (IPA): /kəˈrʌpt/
Korean meaning: 부패한, 타락한
Korean pronunciation: 커**럽**트
Example Sentences
- My computer files got corrupted when my cat walked across the keyboard during an important update.
- The mayor's promise to fight corruption was ironic, considering he was the most corrupt official in the city.
- Social media can corrupt young minds if not used responsibly.
corrupt
ADJECTIVE//kəˈrʌpt//
dishonest and willing to use position of power for personal gain
A corrupt government official secretly accepts a bribe for official favors
When corrupt deals disrupt, the truth will erupt!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'corruptus', past participle of 'corrumpere', meaning 'to break apart' or 'to destroy'. The prefix 'com-' (together) combines with 'rumpere' (to break).
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📝Examples
“My computer files got corrupted when my cat walked across the keyboard during an important update.”
“The mayor's promise to fight corruption was ironic, considering he was the most corrupt official in the city.”
“Social media can corrupt young minds if not used responsibly.”
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