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Bribery

🇬🇧 UK //ˈbraɪbəri// 🇺🇸 US //ˈbraɪbəri//

Meaning of Bribery

The act of giving money or gifts to influence someone's actions illegally.

In simple words: Giving money or gifts to someone to get what you want.

Bribery in a sentence

• The politician was accused of bribery to secure the contract.
• Bribery is illegal in most countries and can lead to severe penalties.
• They uncovered a bribery scandal that shocked the nation.
• Many believe that bribery is a common practice in the industry.
• Efforts to combat bribery have increased among various governments.

How to use Bribery

Used mainly in legal or ethical discussions. Inappropriate in casual conversation. Context depends on accusations or investigations.

Grammar pattern

bribery + of/with + object

Memory hint

Think of 'bribe' with an 'ry' at the end – imagine a guy slyly offering money in a dark alley.

Related words

Collocations with Bribery

• accusations of bribery
• charge of bribery
• cases of bribery
• bribery laws
• tackle bribery

Synonyms for Bribery

• corruption
• bribe-taking
• subornation
• kickback
• inducement

Common mistakes with Bribery

• Confused with 'bribe' as a verb vs. 'bribery' as a noun.
• Using in positive contexts (bribery is always negative).
• Mixing up with 'graft' which is a specific form of corrupt behavior.

Frequently asked questions about Bribery

What does Bribery mean?

Giving money or gifts to someone to get what you want.

What is the definition of Bribery?

The act of giving money or gifts to influence someone's actions illegally.

How do you use Bribery in a sentence?

The politician was accused of bribery to secure the contract.

Can you give another example of Bribery?

Bribery is illegal in most countries and can lead to severe penalties.

What are synonyms for Bribery?

Common alternatives include corruption, bribe-taking, subornation, kickback, inducement.

What words go with Bribery?

It commonly pairs with accusations of bribery, charge of bribery, cases of bribery, bribery laws, tackle bribery.

What are common mistakes when using Bribery?

Confused with 'bribe' as a verb vs. 'bribery' as a noun. Using in positive contexts (bribery is always negative). Mixing up with 'graft' which is a specific form of corrupt behavior.

How do you pronounce Bribery?

US: //ˈbraɪbəri//, UK: //ˈbraɪbəri//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Bribery formal or informal?

"Bribery" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Bribery?

Used mainly in legal or ethical discussions. Inappropriate in casual conversation. Context depends on accusations or investigations.