CORRUPTION

Definition

1. noun lack of integrity or honesty (especially susceptibility to bribery). — synonyms: corruptness
2. noun in a state of progressive putrefaction. — synonyms: putrescence, putridness, rottenness
3. noun decay of matter (as by rot or oxidation).
4. noun moral perversion. — synonyms: degeneracy, depravation, depravity, putrefaction
5. noun destroying someone's (or some group's) honesty or loyalty. — synonyms: subversion
6. noun inducement (as of a public official) by improper means (as bribery) to violate duty (as by commiting a felony).