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uncorrupt

/ˌʌnkəˈrʌpt/
un · cor · rupt
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• adjective

1

Not morally depraved, dishonest, or venal; free from bribery or unethical conduct.

Example

"The newly appointed magistrate had a long reputation as an uncorrupt public servant dedicated to the rule of law."

2

Free from errors, alterations, or debasement; preserved in an authentic, original state (especially of a text, language, or data).

Example

"Scholars compared several medieval manuscripts to reconstruct an uncorrupt version of the ancient treatise."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While 'uncorrupt' and 'uncorrupted' are often used interchangeably, 'uncorrupt' typically describes an inherent state of moral integrity or honesty, whereas 'uncorrupted' emphasizes having remained free from an external corrupting influence or alteration.

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uncorrected
uncorrelated
uncorroborated
uncorrupt
uncorrupted
uncountable
uncounted

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the late 14th century, formed in Middle English from the privative prefix 'un-' and 'corrupt' (from Latin 'corruptus', past participle of 'corrumpere', meaning 'to destroy or spoil').

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