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venal

/ˈviːnəl/
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Venal refers to something that can be bought or influenced by money or other forms of payment. It describes a person or thing that is corrupt or easily influenced by financial gain.

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"venal" as adjective

1 - Venous; pertaining to veins.

"venal" as adjective

1 - For sale; available for purchase.

2 - Of a position, privilege etc.: available for purchase rather than assigned on merit.

3 - Capable of being bought (of a person); willing to take bribes.

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Synonyms
1 - corrupt
2 - treacherous
3 - mercenary
4 - base
5 - corruptible
6 - for sale
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Antonyms
1 - honest
2 - loyal
3 - virtuous
4 - moral
5 - upright
6 - principled
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