corruption
noun B2
Plain meaning
dishonest or illegal behaviour by people in power
Exam-register meaning
In academic or exam writing, this is used to discuss dishonest or illegal behaviour by people in power in a more precise way.
In context
naturalThe article discussed corruption during the meeting.
examThe passage suggests that political corruption can shape long-term policy or social outcomes.
Common collocations
political corruptionfight corruptioncorruption scandal
Watch out
Do not use a weak verb before this word. Learn the whole word partnership, e.g., “political corruption”.