Nepotism

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