bribery

/'braibəri/
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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • The practice of offering something (usually money) in order to gain an illicit advantage: "Bribery" refers to the act of giving or promising money, gifts, or other benefits to someone in a position of power or trust to influence their actions or decisions dishonestly.
Usage
  • "Bribery" is an uncountable noun, so it is typically used without an indefinite article ("a" or "an"). It refers to the general practice or crime.
  • It is often used in legal, political, and business contexts to describe corrupt activities.
  • Common collocations include: "to engage in bribery," "to be accused of bribery," "bribery scandal," "bribery case," and "bribery charges."
Examples
  • Noun:
    • The company was involved in a major bribery scandal.
    • The official was arrested on charges of bribery and corruption.
    • The new law aims to combat bribery in government contracts.
Advanced Usage
  • "To be guilty of bribery": To have committed the crime of offering or accepting a bribe.
    • The politician was found guilty of bribery and sentenced to prison.
  • "Bribery and corruption": A common phrase linking the specific act of bribery to the broader system of dishonest conduct.
    • The investigation focused on bribery and corruption within the police force.
Variants and Related Words
  • Bribe (n): The thing offered or given in a bribery attempt (e.g., money, a gift).
    • He was offered a bribe to keep quiet.
  • Bribe (v): To offer or give a bribe to someone.
    • They attempted to bribe the customs official.
  • Bribable (adj): Susceptible to being bribed; corruptible.
    • The system failed because of bribable officials.
Synonyms
  • Corruption: Dishonest or fraudulent conduct by those in power, often involving bribery.
  • Graft: The acquisition of money, gain, or advantage by dishonest, unfair, or illegal means, especially through the abuse of one's position.
  • Payoff: A bribe or the act of bribing (informal).
Related Phrases
  • "To grease someone's palm" (idiom): To bribe someone.
    • He had to grease a few palms to get the permit approved.
  • "Kickback" (n): A form of bribe where a person receives a portion of the money involved in a transaction as a reward for facilitating the deal.
    • The contract was awarded in exchange for a kickback.
Noun
  1. the practice of offering something (usually money) in order to gain an illicit advantage

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