bribe

Meanings

• noun

  An inducement or reward offered, typically illicitly, to influence the actions or judgments of a person in a position of authority.

  - "He was arrested for accepting a bribe from a businessman."
  - "Politicians are often accused of taking bribes in exchange for favors."

• verb

  To give a bribe.

  - "The mayor was bribed to approve the construction project."
  - "He bribed the official to get a favorable ruling."

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Pronunciation

1. /bɹaɪb/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with bribe
jive , hive , rive , give , rive

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Variants

List of all variants of bribe that leads to same result
bribe , bribes , bribable , bribed , bribee , bribees , briber , bribers , bribing

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Old French 'brive' meaning 'gift' or 'reward'.

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Trivia

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1. Bribes have been a part of human history for thousands of years, with evidence dating back to ancient civilizations.

2. In some cultures, bribery is considered a normal part of doing business and is even expected.

3. Bribes can take many forms, from cash to gifts to favors.

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Related Concepts

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1. corruption: The misuse of public power for private gain.

2. extortion: The practice of obtaining something, especially money, through force or threats.

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Culture

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The concept of bribery is often associated with corruption, unethical behavior, and the misuse of power. It has been a common theme in literature, politics, and society throughout history.

How to Memorize "bribe"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person handing over an envelope filled with cash to someone in power.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'bribe' with the idea of someone trying to influence someone else's actions or judgments.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'Bribes Buy Influence' to help remember the definition.

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