Definition of "venality" in English

noun

1. The fact or state of being for sale, especially with reference to bribes or corruption.

   • 1785, The Times, 17 Jan 1785, p.1 col. B As your spirited paper has declared war, not only against venality and despotism, but was intended to correct follies and abuses in private life, I hope the following will come within its useful plan.