👥Nepotism

noun
/ˈnep.ə.tɪz.əm/

Meaning

the practice of favoring relatives or friends in business or politics
The practice of giving unfair advantages to relatives, especially in jobs or positions of power.

Example Sentences

The company was accused of nepotism in its hiring practices.

The company was accused of nepotism after the manager hired his brother.

Synonyms

favoritism, bias, partiality, cronyism, preference
Entry 1
favoritism, bias, partiality, cronyism
Entry 2
favoritism, bias, partiality, cronyism, preference

Antonyms

merit-based, fairness, impartiality, meritocracy
Entry 1
merit-based, fairness, impartiality
Entry 2
meritocracy, fairness, impartiality

Collocations

political nepotism, accused of nepotism, nepotism scandal, nepotism in politics
Entry 1
political nepotism, accused of nepotism, nepotism scandal
Entry 2
accused of nepotism, nepotism in politics, nepotism scandal

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