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Nepotism

Definition:

Nepotism refers to the practice of favoring relatives or friends in professional or political appointments, often disregarding their qualifications. It involves showing biased favoritism towards individuals based on their familial or personal relationships rather than merit.

Sense 1:

Noun (Negative connotation)

Example Sentence: The company's CEO was accused of nepotism after hiring his unqualified nephew as the new CFO.

Sense 2:

Noun (Neutral connotation)

Example Sentence: It is not uncommon for family businesses to engage in a certain level of nepotism, as trust and familiarity are prioritized.

Sense 3:

Noun (Positive connotation)

Example Sentence: Several organizations advocate for the promotion of nepotism to strengthen family bonds and maintain the legacy of family-owned enterprises.

Sense 4:

Adjective

Example Sentence: The candidate's nepotistic tendencies caused many members of the board to question their decision-making abilities.

Sense 5:

Verb

Example Sentence: Despite numerous policies in place to discourage nepotism, some influential figures continue to nepotize their loved ones.

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