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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.
• 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."
Strongest
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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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Bribetaking. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/bribetaking