official corruption

language: pt

definitions

  1. The misuse of public office, power, or authority by government officials for private gain, such as through bribery, embezzlement, or nepotism.
    pt: Corrupção oficial

examples

  1. Although official corruption was severe, there were also some honest and clean officials.

    Embora a corrupção oficial fosse grave, também havia alguns funcionários honestos e limpos.