A suborno
Example: A polícia investiga o caso de suborno na empresa pública.
Definition
"A suborno" refers to the act or practice of offering, giving, receiving, or soliciting something of value to influence the actions of an official or other person in charge of a public or legal duty. It typically involves corruption and is illegal in most jurisdictions.
Etymology
The word "suborno" comes from the Latin term 'subornare,' meaning 'to bribe' or 'to secretly induce.' It entered Portuguese through Old French, carrying the sense of corruptly persuading someone to act dishonestly. Did you know? The root 'sub-' means 'under' and 'ornare' means 'to equip or furnish,' suggesting the idea of secretly preparing or equipping someone with incentives.
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