foster corruption

[ˈfɔːstər kəˈrʌpʃən]
verb phrase
fomentar corrupção
1. to encourage, promote, or create conditions that allow corrupt practices to develop or flourish
Lack of transparency in government can foster corruption among officials.
A falta de transparência no governo pode fomentar corrupção entre os funcionários.
2. to nurture or support corrupt behavior through enabling policies or practices
Weak regulations foster corruption in public procurement.
Regulações fracas fomentam corrupção nas compras públicas.
This phrase is commonly used in Brazilian and Portuguese political discourse, particularly in discussions about governance, public administration, and anti-corruption initiatives. It reflects concerns about institutional accountability and is frequently referenced in media coverage of political scandals and government investigations (CPI - Comissão Parlamentar de Inquérito).
Synonyms / Sinônimos
promote corruptionencourage corruptionenable corruptionnurture corruptionfacilitate corruption
Antonyms / Antônimos
combat corruptionprevent corruptionsuppress corruptioneliminate corruptionfight corruption

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
fomentar corrupção
most common and widely understood term across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
alimentar corrupção
alternative usage, slightly more colloquial
São Paulo
fomentar corrupção / promover corrupção
both terms used in formal and business contexts
Portugal
fomentar corrupção / incentivar corrupção
both terms used, similar frequency as in Brazilian Portuguese

Related Words

corrupt practicesunethical behaviorembezzlementbriberygraftmalfeasanceaccountabilitytransparency

Related Idioms & Phrases

turn a blind eye to corruption
grease the wheels of corruption
cut corners
look the other way
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