Corrupter: meaning, definitions and examples

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corrupter

[ kəˈrʌptər ]

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legal

A person who acts dishonestly in order to gain personal or financial benefits, especially in a position of trust.

Synonyms

crook, fraudster, swindler

Examples of usage

The corrupter was found guilty of embezzling company funds.
The corrupter was sentenced to ten years in prison for bribery.

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general

Someone or something that causes corruption or deterioration.

Synonyms

contaminant, polluter, spoiler

Examples of usage

The corrupter of morals in society is often attributed to the media.
The corrupter of innocence can be found in many forms.

Translations

Translations of the word "corrupter" in other languages:

🇵🇹 corruptor

🇮🇳 भ्रष्टाचारी

🇩🇪 Verderber

🇮🇩 koruptor

🇺🇦 корупціонер

🇵🇱 korumpujący

🇯🇵 腐敗させる人 (fuhai saseru hito)

🇫🇷 corrompeur

🇪🇸 corruptor

🇹🇷 bozucu

🇰🇷 부패자 (bupaija)

🇸🇦 مُفْسِد (mufsīd)

🇨🇿 korupčník

🇸🇰 kazič

🇨🇳 腐败者 (fǔbài zhě)

🇸🇮 koruptor

🇮🇸 spillari

🇰🇿 жемқор

🇬🇪 კორუმპირებული (korumpirebuli)

🇦🇿 korrupsiyaçı

🇲🇽 corruptor

Word origin

The word 'corrupter' is derived from the verb 'corrupt', which comes from the Latin word 'corruptus', past participle of 'corrumpere', meaning 'to destroy'. The concept of corruption has been present throughout history, with various forms of corrupt behavior documented in ancient civilizations. The term 'corrupter' has evolved to encompass individuals who engage in deceitful or unethical practices for personal gain.