Associations to the word «Venal»

Wiktionary

VENAL, adjective. Venous; pertaining to veins
VENAL, adjective. (archaic) For sale; available for purchase.
VENAL, adjective. Of a position, privilege etc.: available for purchase rather than assigned on merit.
VENAL, adjective. Capable of being bought (of a person); willing to take bribes.
VENAL, adjective. (of behaviour etc.) Corrupt, mercenary.

Dictionary definition

VENAL, adjective. Capable of being corrupted; "corruptible judges"; "dishonest politicians"; "a purchasable senator"; "a venal police officer".

Wise words

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