Dishonest or fraudulent conduct by those in power, typically involving bribery.
Two officials were charged with corruption.
The country's economic development was hindered by pervasive corruption among government officials.
Despite efforts to combat corruption, some politicians were still engaged in shady dealings to amass personal wealth.
The businessman was arrested for his involvement in a corruption scandal that implicated high-ranking officials.
The investigation uncovered a web of corruption where bribes and kickbacks were the currency of influence in the political landscape.
