What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
depravity
Example
The depravity of the criminal's actions shocked the entire community. [depravity: noun]
Example
His depraved behavior towards women was unacceptable. [depraved: adjective]
corruption
Example
The government was accused of corruption and embezzlement of public funds. [corruption: noun]
Example
The company's culture of corruption led to its downfall. [corrupt: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Corruption is more commonly used than depravity in everyday language, especially in legal or political contexts. Depravity is less common and has a stronger negative connotation.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between depravity and corruption?
Corruption is often used in formal or legal contexts, while depravity is more informal and may be used in literary or artistic works to describe extreme moral corruption or wickedness.
