Meaning
nepotism
- The practice of showing favoritism to relatives or close friends, especially by giving them jobs.
In a sentence
L'azienda è stata accusata di nepotismo dopo le recenti nomine dirigenziali.
The company was accused of nepotism following the recent executive appointments.
Combattere il nepotismo è essenziale per garantire una vera meritocrazia.
Fighting nepotism is essential to ensure a true meritocracy.
Pensi che ci sia stato del nepotismo nell'assegnazione di quel bando?
Do you think there was nepotism in awarding that tender?
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| nepotismo | masculine · singular |
| nepotismi | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Often discussed in the context of politics, academia, and public administration.