🤝cronyism

noun
/ˈkroʊniˌɪzəm/

Meaning

The practice of favoring friends or associates, especially in political appointments or business deals.

Example Sentences

The company was accused of cronyism in hiring practices.

Synonyms

favoritism, nepotism, partiality, bias

Antonyms

meritocracy, fairness

Collocations

political cronyism, corporate cronyism, accused of cronyism

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