Difference between revisions of "Corruption"
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In [[Morality]], it refers to the subversion of moral principle for ulterior motives. | In [[Morality]], it refers to the subversion of moral principle for ulterior motives. | ||
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| + | Merriam-Webster definition: | ||
| + | #impairment of integrity, virtue, or moral principle : depravity | ||
| + | #decay, decomposition | ||
| + | #inducement to wrong by improper or unlawful means (as bribery) | ||
| + | #a departure from the original or from what is pure or correct [http://aolsvc.merriam-webster.aol.com/dictionary/corruption] | ||
Revision as of 01:41, April 4, 2008
Corruption is, in Politics and Business, the subversion of lawful activities for self-gain.
In Morality, it refers to the subversion of moral principle for ulterior motives.
Merriam-Webster definition:
- impairment of integrity, virtue, or moral principle : depravity
- decay, decomposition
- inducement to wrong by improper or unlawful means (as bribery)
- a departure from the original or from what is pure or correct [1]