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Synonyms of bribe
(Entry 1 of 2)
something given or promised in order to improperly influence a person's conduct or decision
- that judge refused a huge bribe to dismiss the charges against the wealthy defendant
Synonyms for bribe
- backhander
- [British],
- boodle,
- cumshaw,
- fix,
- sop
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verbSynonyms of bribe (Entry 2 of 2)
to influence someone with a bribe
- meat inspectors were bribed, and the contaminated beef was sold to the public
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The first known use of bribe was in the 15th century
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