Corruptively

/kəˈrʌptɪvli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner that corrupts or tends to corrupt; in a way that causes corruption.

Etymology

Formed by adding the adverbial suffix '-ly' to 'corruptive.' This creates an adverb describing how an action is performed or how something acts with corrupting influence.

Kelly Says

While 'corruptively' is technically correct, it's rarely used—most writers prefer 'corruptly' instead. It's a good reminder that just because you can add '-ly' to an adjective doesn't mean the resulting adverb will actually catch on!

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