1. A system of government, organization, or institution that is characterized by dishonesty, bribery, abuse of power, and moral decay
The corrupt system prevented fair elections and justice for ordinary citizens.
O sistema corrupto impediu eleições justas e justiça para os cidadãos comuns.
2. An organizational structure where officials or members engage in illegal activities and misconduct for personal gain
Reformers worked tirelessly to dismantle the corrupt system in the municipality.
Os reformadores trabalharam incansavelmente para desmantelar o sistema corrupto no município.