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korrupt — meaning in English

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English meaning

corrupt adj Willing to act dishonestly, especially by taking bribes, in exchange for personal gain.
corrupted adj Made dishonest, damaged, or unusable.

Senses

korrupt is used for these senses in English:

corrupt In a depraved state; debased; perverted; morally degenerate; weak in morals.
corrupted Marked by immorality and perversion; depraved.

corrupt — full definition

adj Willing to act dishonestly, especially by taking bribes, in exchange for personal gain.
verb To cause someone to act dishonestly, or to damage the integrity of something.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related German words

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