De corruptie
Example: De corruptie in het systeem moet dringend worden aangepakt.
Definition
"De corruptie" refers to the dishonest or fraudulent conduct by those in power, typically involving bribery or abuse of authority. It describes the act of using one's position for personal gain, often undermining fairness and integrity within systems such as government or business.
Etymology
The word "de corruptie" comes from the Latin 'corruptio,' meaning 'a breaking or rotting.' It entered Dutch through French and Latin influences, originally describing moral decay or dishonesty. Did you know? The root 'corrupt-' implies something that is 'broken' or 'spoiled,' which perfectly captures the essence of corrupt behavior.
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"De corruptie" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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