How to Pronounce "moral bankruptcy"
expression
MOR-ŭl BANG-kruhp-see
MOR-ŭl BANG-kruhp-see
Definition
A complete loss of moral values or ethical standards, often used to describe individuals or organizations that act without regard for what is right or wrong.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmɔɹəɫ/ /ˈbæŋkɹəpsi/, /ˈbæŋkɹəptsi
British English
mˈɒɹəl/ /bˈæŋkɹʌptsi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MOR-ŭl BANG-kruhp-see
UK
MOR-ŭl BANG-kruhp-see
Listen in Context
Many people think that stealing shows moral bankruptcy.
The leader's actions were a sign of moral bankruptcy.
Corruption in the company is a result of moral bankruptcy.
Some people argue that ignoring the poor is a form of moral bankruptcy.