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Corruption

usgb/kəˈrʌpʃn/Volume
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Power abusePlay
Corruption often involves abusing power for personal gain. SlideThe official faced charges for corruption after abusing his authority.
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Negative connotationPlay
Corruption implies negative judgment and is considered highly unethical. SlideHer career was ruined by a corruption scandal.
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Bribery commonalityPlay
Bribery is a common form of corruption, where someone is offered something to do a dishonest act. SlideHe was offered a bribe as part of the corruption scheme.