bribery

//ˈbraɪbəri//
C1Frequency Level 11Formal
Visual representation of bribery

Noun

1

The act or practice of offering, giving, receiving, or soliciting something of value to influence the actions of an official or other person in a position of authority.

The politician was arrested on charges of bribery.

2

The crime of giving or accepting bribes.

The politician was arrested on charges of bribery.