Definitions
bribe; bribery
Etymology
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The character "赂" is structured as a semantic-phonetic compound, integrating the radical "贝" representing wealth or currency with the component "各" which originally contributed both sound and the notion of offering or coming forth. Its early usage encompassed the general act of presenting gifts or valuables, often in contexts of tribute or ceremonial exchange. Gradually, the term's application narrowed to specifically denote the provision of wealth with corrupt intent, shifting from a neutral expression of giving to one inherently associated with bribery and illicit influence. This evolution in meaning, from a broader concept of gift-giving to a focused implication of corruption, is mirrored in the character's unchanged composition, which continues to highlight its fundamental connection to material transactions.
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贿赂是犯罪行为。
他因贿赂被逮捕。
公司禁止任何形式的贿赂。
贿赂官员将受到严厉惩罚。
反腐败法律严厉打击贿赂行为。
国际社会共同抵制商业贿赂。
通过贿赂获取合同是不道德的做法。
建立健全的监督机制可以有效预防贿赂。