diminish corruption

[dɪˈmɪnɪʃ kərˈʌpʃən]
verb phrase
reduzir a corrupção
1. to reduce, decrease, or lessen the extent, severity, or prevalence of corrupt practices, dishonest conduct, or illegal activities in organizations or government
The new administration implemented policies to diminish corruption in the public sector.
A nova administração implementou políticas para reduzir a corrupção no setor público.
2. to weaken the effects or influence of corrupt behavior through legal, institutional, or social reforms
International oversight mechanisms help diminish corruption in developing countries.
Mecanismos de supervisão internacional ajudam a reduzir a corrupção em países em desenvolvimento.
In Brazil, combating corruption has become a significant political and social issue, particularly following major investigations like Operação Lava Jato. The phrase 'diminuir/reduzir a corrupção' is frequently used in political discourse, policy documents, and civil society initiatives. In the USA, similar anti-corruption rhetoric is common in political campaigns and governance reform discussions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
reduce corruptiondecrease corruptioncombat corruptionfight corruptioncurb corruptionmitigate corruption
Antonyms / Antônimos
increase corruptionpromote corruptionencourage corruptionperpetuate corruption

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
reduzir a corrupção
most common and formal usage
Rio de Janeiro
diminuir a corrupção
direct translation also used colloquially
São Paulo
reduzir a corrupção / combater a corrupção
business and governmental contexts prefer 'combater'
Portugal
diminuir a corrupção / reduzir a corrupção
both forms acceptable; 'combater a corrupção' also common in formal discourse

Related Words

anti-corruption measurestransparencyaccountabilityintegrityinstitutional reformgovernance

Related Idioms & Phrases

root out corruption
clean up corruption
stamp out corruption
tackle corruption head-on
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