incorruptness
/,inkə'rʌptnis/
Definition
Noun: 1. The quality of being morally upright and honest; integrity: The state of being free from corruption, dishonesty, or moral decay. It implies a strong adherence to ethical principles. 2. The state of not being subject to decay or decomposition: (Archaic) A physical state of not being corrupted or decomposed.
Usage and Examples
- The committee valued his incorruptness above all else, knowing he could not be bribed.
- Historical accounts praised the judge's incorruptness in a time of widespread graft.
- The ancient tomb's remarkable preservation was attributed to the incorruptness of the materials used.
Advanced Usage
- "Incorruptness of character": A phrase emphasizing that honesty and integrity are fundamental, unchangeable traits of a person.
- His reputation for incorruptness of character made him the ideal candidate for the oversight role.
- "Incorruptness in public office": Specifically refers to the quality of being honest and not susceptible to bribery while holding a government or official position.
- The scandal highlighted how rare true incorruptness in public office had become.
Variants and Related Words
- Incorruptible (adj): Not capable of being morally corrupted or bribed; also, not subject to physical decay.
- He was seen as an incorruptible public servant.
- Incorruptibility (n): The quality of being incorruptible. This is a more common synonym for incorruptness.
- Corruptness (n): The opposite state; the quality of being corrupt.
Synonyms
- Integrity: The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles.
- Probity: The quality of having strong moral principles; honesty and decency.
- Honesty: The quality of being truthful and free from deceit.
- Uprightness: The state of being strictly honorable or honest.
Antonyms
- Corruptness
- Dishonesty
- Venality: The susceptibility to bribery or corruption.
Noun
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characterized by integrity or probity
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