Nepotist: meaning, definitions and examples
๐จโ๐ฉโ๐ฆ
nepotist
[ หnษpษหtษชst ]
favoritism in family
A nepotist is a person who practices nepotism, which refers to the favoritism shown to family members, especially in hiring and promotion decisions. This practice can undermine meritocracy in organizations, leading to resentment among employees who may feel overlooked for promotions or opportunities. Nepotism can occur in various settings, including businesses, politics, and entertainment. It is often criticized as unethical and can damage the reputation of those who engage in it.
Synonyms
cronyism, favoritism, patronage.
Examples of usage
- The manager was known as a nepotist for hiring his relatives.
- In politics, accusations of nepotism can arise when appointments favor family members.
- She was labeled a nepotist after promoting her brother over more qualified candidates.
Translations
Translations of the word "nepotist" in other languages:
๐ต๐น nepotista
๐ฎ๐ณ เคญเฅเคฐเคทเฅเคเคพเคเคพเคฐ เคธเฅ เคฒเคพเคญ เคเค เคพเคจเฅ เคตเคพเคฒเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Nepotist
๐ฎ๐ฉ nepotis
๐บ๐ฆ ะฝะตะฟะพัะธัั
๐ต๐ฑ nepotysta
๐ฏ๐ต ใใใใฃในใ
๐ซ๐ท nรฉpotiste
๐ช๐ธ nepotista
๐น๐ท nepotist
๐ฐ๐ท ์ฐ๊ณ ์
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ุญุงุจุงุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ nepotista
๐ธ๐ฐ nepotista
๐จ๐ณ ่ฃๅธฆๅ ณ็ณป่
๐ธ๐ฎ nepotist
๐ฎ๐ธ nepotisti
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฝะตะฟะพัะธัั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแขแแกแขแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ nepotist
๐ฒ๐ฝ nepotista
Etymology
The term 'nepotism' originates from the Latin word 'nepos,' meaning 'nephew' or 'grandson.' The practice gained prominence during the Middle Ages, particularly in relation to the actions of popes who appointed their illegitimate sons to positions of power and influence within the Catholic Church. This led to criticisms of favoritism and corruption within religious and political institutions. Over time, the use of the word expanded beyond religious contexts to include various forms of favoritism based on familial ties in other sectors, such as business and government. Today, 'nepotism' is widely recognized as a negative practice that can erode trust and accountability within organizations.