nepotism

nepōtism
favoritism shown to relatives or friends

नेपोटिज्म के कारण कई योग्य उम्मीदवार नौकरी से वंचित रह जाते हैं।

Many qualified candidates are deprived of jobs due to nepotism.


formal

The practice of favoring relatives or friends, especially by giving them jobs or other advantages.

कंपनी में नेपोटिज्म के कारण योग्य उम्मीदवारों को नौकरी नहीं मिल पाती।

Qualified candidates do not get jobs in the company due to nepotism.

Often considered unethical in professional settings.

Related Phrases

play favoritesphrase
to show favoritism

Pro Tip

Avoiding Nepotism

In professional settings, decisions should be based on merit rather than personal relationships to maintain fairness.

Gold Rule

Ethical Hiring

Organizations should implement transparent hiring practices to prevent nepotism.

Word Origin

From Latin 'nepotismus,' derived from 'nepos' (nephew or grandchild), originally referring to the practice of popes appointing their relatives to church positions.

Usage Notes

Nepotism is often criticized in professional and corporate environments where meritocracy is valued.

Word Breakdown

nepo-
relating to nephews or relatives
root
+
-tism
a practice or system
suffix
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