reduce corruption

[rɪˈdjuːs kəˈrʌpʃən]
verb phrase
reduzir a corrupção
1. to decrease or minimize the level of dishonest or illegal behavior by officials or public servants
The government implemented new policies to reduce corruption in the public sector.
O governo implementou novas políticas para reduzir a corrupção no setor público.
2. to lower instances of bribery, embezzlement, or fraudulent activities
International organizations work together to reduce corruption in developing nations.
Organizações internacionais trabalham juntas para reduzir a corrupção em países em desenvolvimento.
In Brazil, reducing corruption is a major political and social issue, frequently discussed in media and government campaigns. The phrase 'reduzir a corrupção' is central to political discourse and anti-corruption initiatives like 'Lava Jato' (Car Wash operation). In the USA, it reflects concerns about institutional integrity and is used in policy discussions across federal, state, and local levels.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
combat corruptionfight corruptiondiminish corruptioncurb corruptionlower corruption rates
Antonyms / Antônimos
increase corruptionpromote corruptionenable corruption

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
reduzir a corrupção
Standard usage across Brazil; also 'diminuir a corrupção'
Rio de Janeiro
reduzir a corrupção
Standard usage; may colloquially use 'combater a corrupção'
São Paulo
reduzir a corrupção
Common in business and government contexts; 'enfrentar a corrupção' also used
Portugal
reduzir a corrupção
Standard European Portuguese; emphasis on formal/institutional contexts

Related Words

transparencyaccountabilityanti-corruption measuresintegritybriberyembezzlementfraudpublic sector reform

Related Idioms & Phrases

clean up government
drain the swamp
root out corruption
stamp out corruption
crack down on corruption
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