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corruptness

/kəˈrʌpt.nəs/
cor · rupt · ness
Adverb:corruptly
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Adjective:corrupt
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• noun

1

The state or quality of being morally depraved, dishonest, or lacking integrity.

Example

"The investigation exposed the deep-seated corruptness of the administration's top officials."

2

The condition of a text, language, or data set having been altered from its original, accurate state through errors or impurities.

Example

"Scholars noted the corruptness of the surviving medieval manuscript compared to earlier fragments."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While 'corruption' usually refers to dishonest actions, systemic bribery, or a process of decay, 'corruptness' specifically emphasizes the inherent moral state or character flaw of being corrupt.

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• Nearby Words

corruptible
corruption
corruptly
corruptness
corruptor
corsage
corsair

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Corruptness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/corruptness
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