1. A deliberate plan or purpose to act dishonestly, illegally, or unethically for personal gain or to cause harm
The politician was accused of accepting bribes with corrupt intention.
O político foi acusado de aceitar subornos com intenção corrupta.
2. In legal contexts, a guilty mind or mens rea involving dishonest or fraudulent purpose
The prosecution must prove corrupt intention to secure a conviction for embezzlement.
O Ministério Público deve comprovar a intenção corrupta para condenar por peculato.