Venal (Adj.)
Pronunciation: VEE-nuhl
Word Meaning: Venal describes something or someone that is susceptible to bribery or corruption, often for personal gain or advantage.
Uses in Sentence:
- The politician was accused of being venal, accepting bribes in exchange for political favors.
- In a venal society, even justice can be bought and sold.
- The company’s venal practices ultimately led to its downfall and bankruptcy.
Synonyms:
- Corrupt
- Dishonest
- Greedy
- Corruptible
- Mercenary
Antonyms:
- Honest
- Ethical
- Principled
- Incorruptible
- Virtuous
Word Meaning in Hindi: बिकाऊ / भ्रष्ट
Word uses in Hindi:
- राजनेता को रिश्वत लेने के लिए बिकाऊ ठहराया गया, जो राजनीतिक पक्ष की सहायता के लिए रिश्वत लेते थे। (The politician was accused of being venal, accepting bribes in exchange for political favors.)
- एक बिकाऊ समाज में, यहां न्याय भी खरीद और बेचा जा सकता है। (In a venal society, even justice can be bought and sold.)
- कंपनी के बिकाऊ अभ्यासों ने अंततः उसके पतन और दिवालियापन का कारण बनाया। (The company’s venal practices ultimately led to its downfall and bankruptcy.)