corruption

noun

1. lack of integrity or honesty (especially susceptibility to bribery); use of a position of trust for dishonest gain
2. in a state of progressive putrefaction
3. decay of matter (as by rot or oxidation)
4. moral perversion; impairment of virtue and moral principles"the luxury and corruption among the upper classes"
5. destroying someone's (or some group's) honesty or loyalty; undermining moral integrity"corruption of a minor"
6. inducement (as of a public official) by improper means (as bribery) to violate duty (as by committing a felony)"he was held on charges of corruption and racketeering"