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Grade 7
(cor-rup-tion) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. dishonest or illegal behavior by people in power.

Example Sentence

The big city was known for its corruption.

More Example Sentences

Corruption can harm trust in leaders.

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Rhymes

  • corruption
  • disruption
  • eruption

  • interruption

  • anticorruption
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