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- [in-kuh-ruhp-tuh-buh l]
- /ˌɪn kəˈrʌp tə bəl/
- /ˌɪn.kəˈrʌp.tɪ.bl̩/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [in-kuh-ruhp-tuh-buh l]
- /ˌɪn kəˈrʌp tə bəl/
Definitions of incorruptible word
- adjective incorruptible not corruptible: incorruptible integrity. 1
- adjective incorruptible that cannot be perverted or bribed: incorruptible by money. 1
- adjective incorruptible that will not dissolve, disintegrate, decay, etc.: an incorruptible metal. 1
- noun incorruptible Not susceptible to corruption, especially by bribery. 1
- adjective incorruptible morally pure 1
- adjective incorruptible not subject to decay 1
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Origin of incorruptible
First appearance:
before 1300 One of the 15% oldest English words
First recorded in 1300-50; Middle English word from Late Latin word incorruptibilis. See in-3, corruptible
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Parts of speech for Incorruptible
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incorruptible popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 81% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for incorruptible
adj incorruptible
- above suspicion — in such a position that no guilt may be thought or implied, esp through having an unblemished reputation
- imperishable — not subject to decay; indestructible; enduring.
- indestructible — not destructible; that cannot be destroyed.
- just — guided by truth, reason, justice, and fairness: We hope to be just in our understanding of such difficult situations.
- loyal — faithful to one's sovereign, government, or state: a loyal subject.
adjective incorruptible
- principled — imbued with or having moral principles (often used in combination): high-principled.
- honourable — (British spelling) Alternative form of honorable.
- honorable — in accordance with or characterized by principles of honor; upright: They were all honorable men.
- everlasting — Lasting forever or for a very long time.
- immortal — not mortal; not liable or subject to death; undying: our immortal souls.
Antonyms for incorruptible
adj incorruptible
- corruptible — susceptible to corruption; capable of being corrupted
- dishonest — not honest; disposed to lie, cheat, or steal; not worthy of trust or belief: a dishonest person.
- bad — If you say that it is bad that something happens, you mean it is unacceptable, unfortunate, or wrong.
adjective incorruptible
- venal — willing to sell one's influence, especially in return for a bribe; open to bribery; mercenary: a venal judge.
- perishable — subject to decay, ruin, or destruction: perishable fruits and vegetables.
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