(of data, text, or physical substances) damaged or altered so as to become unusable, unreliable, or unreadable. After the power outage, several corrupted files could no longer be opened.
Morally debased or depraved; marked by a departure from ethical principles. A corrupted society places greed above compassion.
Influenced by bribery or other forms of dishonesty. The investigation revealed a corrupted system where decisions were made based on personal gain rather than public interest.