Definition
corruptibly
adverb
- in a manner capable of being corrupted or made morally or physically impure; susceptibly to corruption
Usage: rare; formal; often used in philosophical or theological contexts
Examples
- The ancient texts warned that human nature acts corruptibly when left unchecked by virtue.
- Officials who behave corruptibly undermine public trust in government.
- The philosopher argued that matter decays corruptibly, unlike the eternal soul.
- Power tends to influence leaders corruptibly unless they maintain strong ethical principles.