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Korruption
corruption
noun ko-rup-TSYOHN Rare
Origin: from Latin corruptio
Also means
bribery
Usage Note
Korruption is the abuse of entrusted power for private gain, from Latin corruptio. It is feminine and normally singular. It covers bribery and favouritism in politics and administration; anti-corruption bodies and transparency rules aim to combat it.
Examples
"Der Skandal deckte weitreichende Korruption in der Verwaltung auf."
Natural Translation
The scandal exposed far-reaching corruption in the administration.
Literal Translation
The scandal covered far-reaching corruption in the administration up.
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