The corruption
Example: The corruption undermines institutional trust
Definition
"The corruption" refers to the act or process where individuals or organizations engage in dishonest or fraudulent conduct, typically to gain personal or financial benefit, often undermining trust and integrity within institutions or systems.
Etymology
The term "the corruption" originates from the Latin word 'corruptio,' meaning 'to break or spoil.' It evolved through Old French and Middle English, capturing the idea of moral decay or degradation. Did you know? Its root 'corruptus' literally means 'to break apart,' reflecting how corruption breaks down ethical standards.
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"The corruption" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (C1) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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