English · Proverb Candidate

power tends to corrupt; absolute power corrupts absolutely

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Meaning · English

English proverb; full definition pending editorial review.

Sources & notes

Listed on English Wikiquote “English proverbs” (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-31).

Common questions

What does “power tends to corrupt; absolute power corrupts absolutely” mean?

English proverb; full definition pending editorial review.

Is “power tends to corrupt; absolute power corrupts absolutely” formal or informal?

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