bribery

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Noun bribery has 1 sense

bribery, graft - the practice of offering something (usually money) in order to gain an illicit advantage
--₁ is a kind of felony
--₁ has particulars: commercial bribery
Derived form: verb bribe₁

Definitions from the Web

Bribery

Noun

Definition: The act of offering or accepting something of value, typically money, in order to influence the actions or decisions of someone in a position of power.

Sample Sentence: The corrupt official was arrested for bribery after accepting a hefty bribe from a local businessman.

Verb

Definition: To offer or give something of value, typically money, to someone in a position of power in order to influence their actions or decisions.

Sample Sentence: The businessman attempted to bribe the politician in order to secure a favorable outcome for his business proposal.

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