incorrupt

variants also incorrupted
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Recent Examples of incorrupt In Catholicism, a body that resists normal decay is considered incorrupt. Taylor Wilson, USA TODAY, 30 May 2023 Despite the dangers of disrespecting the power of an incorrupt corpse, such objects have always been the focus of doubt. Katherine Harvey, The Atlantic, 27 Oct. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for incorrupt
Adjective
  • There’s some sincere worry driving these ethics reform campaigns, and a real desire to make Congress incorruptible.
    David Weigel, semafor.com, 29 July 2026
  • Publishers can archive their material, but a third party maintains a more incorruptible version of stories that can hold outlets accountable when it’s revised after publication.
    Dave Lozo, Fortune, 15 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • Yet this particular Jason underscores the tragedy playing out for all the others, who are blameless and worthy, guilty only of not being the original.
    Scott Tobias, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
  • The Red Sox weren’t exactly blameless in the Devers saga, and the whole thing could’ve been avoided with better communication between player and franchise.
    Justice delos Santos, Mercury News, 20 Aug. 2026
Adjective
  • Rather than focus on a single irreproachable hero, Mendonça Filho dilates his lens to take in an expansive world.
    Michael Snyder, The Atlantic, 13 Mar. 2026
  • Classics from the diasporic Vietnamese repertoire are included, too, with irreproachable instructions.
    Scott Hocker, TheWeek, 5 Mar. 2026
Adjective
  • His summer project with the Boardwalk is all about nurturing diplomatic relations between the US and Italy by playing the role of approachable host on the immaculate floating mansion.
    CNN Money, CNN Money, 27 Aug. 2026
  • The vibe here is immaculate, incredibly unique, and simply put, warm.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Aug. 2026
Adjective
  • The clarifying formula also removes mineral deposits left behind by hard water, creating a cleaner foundation for hair with more natural movement.
    Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Even her decision to send Bernard out to clean feels more vindictive than logical.
    Noel Murray, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
Adjective
  • Indulge in smoothies all day long at the Palm Court, where the coconut horchata is equal parts indulgent and virtuous.
    Jessica Ritz, Travel + Leisure, 30 Aug. 2026
  • The United States will establish deterrence and therefore reduce risks, creating a virtuous cycle in which Americans can begin to have greater confidence in a bioresilient future.
    Elizabeth Sherwood-Randall, Foreign Affairs, 18 Aug. 2026
Adjective
  • When model Tricia Helfer came in for a touch-up before an introductory visit to her boyfriend’s parents, Johns toned down her bright blonde chunks to play up her naturally innocent looks.
    Vanessa Friedman, Vogue, 1 Sep. 2026
  • In a cruel coup de grace, Acosta reached into Shuler’s bag to steal an item while the innocent customer was still alive, prosecutors said.
    John Annese, New York Daily News, 31 Aug. 2026
Adjective
  • In any year, in any culture, there are no antagonists (save for Nazis) better suited as action cinema heavies; rooting against child trafficking lowlifes is moral, easy, and best of all, a completely guiltless pleasure.
    Andy Crump, IndieWire, 15 June 2026
  • Chick lit was flippant and fizzy and fun, above all, as effervescent and guiltless as a vodka soda.
    Hillary Busis, Vanity Fair, 4 May 2026

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“Incorrupt.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/incorrupt. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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