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corrupting adj

Corrupting means causing someone or something to become dishonest or morally bad. Explore the term's definition, IPA/phonetic pronunciation, and usage examples.

Definition of corrupting

  • causing someone or something to become dishonest or morally bad

Usage examples of corrupting

The corrupting influence of easy bribes turned honest clerks into criminals.

He worried that unchecked power was corrupting the officials who once promised reform.

The coach said gambling could be corrupting because it tempted players to throw games.

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