Incorrupt — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˌin-kə-ˈrəpt/ in·cor·rupt

Meaning & Definition of Incorrupt

Incorrupt (adjective)

  1. free from corruption
  2. free from error
  3. not defiled or depraved, upright

Incorrupt (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in irreproachable, incorruptible

    similar: blameless, clean, guiltless, immaculate, incorruptible, innocent, inoffensive, irreproachable, unobjectionable, all right, decent, ethical, good, honest, honorable, just, moral, nice, right, righteous, right-minded, straight, true, upright, virtuous, correct, decorous, proper, seemly, high-minded, noble, principled, commendable, creditable, exemplary, legitimate, esteemed, law-abiding, menschy, reputable, respected, upstanding, worthy, angelic, lily-white, pure, scrupulous, spotless, uncorrupted, unerring, goody-goody, moralistic, pharisaical, rectitudinous, sanctimonious, self-righteous
    opposite: corrupt, debased, debauched, degenerate, depraved, dissolute, libertine, perverted, reprobate, improper, incorrect, indecorous, naughty, unbecoming, unseemly, unprincipled, unscrupulous, atrocious, infamous, villainous, base, low, mean, vicious, vile, blameworthy, objectionable, offensive, iniquitous, nefarious, errant, erring, fallen, bad, dishonest, dishonorable, evil, evil-minded, immoral, indecent, sinful, unethical, unrighteous, wicked, wrong

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Incorrupt

The most common words with a similar meaning to Incorrupt:

blameless, clean, guiltless, immaculate, incorruptible, innocent, inoffensive, irreproachable, unobjectionable, all right, decent, ethical, good, honest, honorable, just, moral, nice, right, righteous, right-minded, straight, true, upright, virtuous, correct, decorous, proper, seemly, high-minded, noble, principled, commendable, creditable, exemplary, legitimate, esteemed, law-abiding, menschy, reputable

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Incorrupt

Words with the opposite meaning of Incorrupt:

corrupt, debased, debauched, degenerate, depraved, dissolute, libertine, perverted, reprobate, improper, incorrect, indecorous, naughty, unbecoming, unseemly, unprincipled, unscrupulous, atrocious, infamous, villainous, base, low, mean, vicious, vile, blameworthy, objectionable, offensive, iniquitous, nefarious

Word Forms of Incorrupt

Derived words: incorruptly (adverb), incorruptness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Incorrupt

Middle English, from Latin incorruptus, from in- + corruptus corrupt

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Incorrupt

What does "Incorrupt" mean?

"Incorrupt" means free from corruption. As an adjective, it is defined as: free from corruption.

What is another word for "Incorrupt"?

Other words for "Incorrupt" include blameless, clean, guiltless, immaculate, incorruptible, innocent, inoffensive and irreproachable. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Incorrupt" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Incorrupt"?

There are 56 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Incorrupt". Common alternatives include blameless, clean, guiltless, immaculate, incorruptible, innocent, inoffensive, irreproachable, unobjectionable and all right.

What is the opposite of "Incorrupt"?

Antonyms of "Incorrupt" include corrupt, debased, debauched, degenerate, depraved, dissolute, libertine and perverted.

Is "Incorrupt" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Incorrupt" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Incorrupt"?

"Incorrupt" is pronounced /ˌin-kə-ˈrəpt/ and divided into syllables as in·cor·rupt.

What is the origin of the word "Incorrupt"?

"Incorrupt" comes from Middle English, from Latin incorruptus, from in- + corruptus corrupt. First known use: 14th century.

What is another word for "Incorrupt" meaning "as in irreproachable, incorruptible"?

When "Incorrupt" (adjective) means as in irreproachable, incorruptible, synonyms include blameless, clean, guiltless, immaculate, incorruptible and innocent. Opposites in this sense include corrupt, debased, debauched and degenerate.