corrupt

Definition

  • v. corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality
  • v. alter from the original
  • adj. lacking in integrity
  • adj. containing errors or alterations

Word forms

Past participle
corrupted
Present participle
corrupting
Past tense
corrupted
Third person singular
corrupts

Example sentences

  1. a.

    The corrupt politician was arrested for taking bribes.

  2. vt.

    The heavy rain can corrupt the quality of the food stored outside.

  3. vi.

    Without proper care, the wooden furniture began to corrupt over time.