Synonyms for Corrupt
Definition of corrupt
- adjective
- lacking in integrity; "humanity they knew to be corrupt...from the day of Adam's creation"; "a corrupt and incompetent city government"
- not straight; dishonest or immoral or evasive
- containing errors or alterations; "a corrupt text"; "spoke a corrupted version of the language"
20 synonyms found
Writing tips for "corrupt"
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"Corrupt" in song lyrics
See how corrupt is used in real songs:
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"'Corporation corrupt'"
51.50 — Steady Stayin' Paid '95 -
"I had to cut crimes in the past, ball this, corrupt"
9th Prince f/ Stoneface — You Ain't Hear -
"Bounce when the church corrupt"
Aesop Rock — Zodiaccupuncture