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bribetaking Synonyms

Another word for bribetaking

Choosing another word for bribetaking depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The act or practice of accepting money or other inducements in exchange for illicit favors or influence, especially by a public official.

Usage Example

"Widespread bribery undermined public trust in the judiciary and prompted sweeping anti-corruption reforms."

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bribery
graft
Strong
venality
corruption
boodle

• adjective (Context 2)

Accepting or characterized by the acceptance of bribes; corrupt.

Usage Example

"The investigation exposed a network of corrupt officials within the municipal licensing department."

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corrupt
Strong
venal
mercenary
crooked

Opposites of bribetaking

The opposite of bribetaking shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

incorruptible
incorruptibility
probity
integrity
honesty
honest
upright
scrupulous
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