Dictionary of synonyms

Synonyms and antonyms of the word: nepotism

Synonyms:

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Usage examples:

Alia Bhatt on why nepotism debate has pursued her despite her credible film choices: 'I acknowledge my privilege'

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/alia-bhatt-on-why-nepotism-debate-has-pursued-her-despite-her-credible-film-choices-8603182/

And since then, celebs and netizens have targeted Karan Johar for nepotism.

Source: https://www.ibtimes.co.in/priyanka-chopra-vivek-oberoi-celebs-who-spoke-about-being-cornered-bollywood-karan-johar-reacts-858155

A nepotism baby who doesn't *quite* look like their famous parent, Ethan Hawke: Maya Hawke.

Source: https://www.buzzfeed.com/kaylayandoli/nepo-babies-look-vs-dont-look-like-famous-parents

As he presented the report to the board, Girardi said the organization has to make sure it uses merit based hiring practices and eliminate nepotism and favourtism.

Source: https://petrolialambtonindependent.ca/2023/11/20/public-board-needs-to-eliminate-nepotism-says-administrator/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=public-board-needs-to-eliminate-nepotism-says-administrator

Bello has been reportedly slammed for obvious nepotism, with Ododo his mentee alleged to be his first cousin.

Source: https://kogireports.com/the-okun-for-governor-conundrum-in-kogi-state/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-okun-for-governor-conundrum-in-kogi-state

Following a few more questions that were not related to nepotism, his publicist once again stepped in to end the interview which was only halfway conducted.

Source: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-12301239/Ben-Platt-avoids-nepo-baby-question-seemingly-cuts-interview-SHORT-promoting-Theater-Camp.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490

For decades, the economy has struggled under the weight of corruption, nepotism and a lack of political will.

Source: http://bangladeshchronicle.net/time-for-change-time-for-reform/

He said in the letter that Dahir had "engaged in acts of abuse of power, nepotism, and defaming the name of the nation in the international arena" by sending Ali to compete in the race.

Source: https://timesofmalta.com/articles/view/watch-somalia-head-athletics-suspended-viral-runner-video.1047487

Hun Sen's government has rejected accusations of rights abuses as well as of corruption and nepotism.

Source: https://gazette.com/news/us-world/new-cambodian-cabinet-to-feature-children-of-the-powerful/article_fd79e5ff-47fe-5bf1-9bcb-95a14e893548.html

Ijaw leader, Chief Edwin Clark, yesterday, took on outgoing President Muhammadu Buhari over alleged nepotism and neglect of the Niger Delta region.

Source: https://guardian.ng/appointments/c29-appointments/okpara-varsity-elevates-three-employees/

In a reply to Van Rhyn, who had requested an extraordinary meeting, Heunis said the nepotism complaint was first forwarded to him by the alumni.

Source: https://www.citizen.co.za/news/south-africa/inside-stellenbosch-war-vice-chancellor-may-2023/

In a statement on Monday (Jan 30), Leader of the Opposition Hamzah Zainudin called for Mr Anwar to withdraw Ms Nurul Izzah’s appointment as senior economic and finance adviser to the prime minister, calling it nepotism.

Source: https://www.channelnewsasia.com/asia/malaysia-anwar-ibrahim-nurul-izzah-controversy-senior-economic-finance-adviser-3243226?cid=cna_flip_070214

“It is a matter of public record that for over a decade I have added my voice to many others who have consistently decried and disapproved of corruption and its harmful by-products of nepotism and incompetence.

Source: https://www.citizen.co.za/news/south-africa/politics/mavuso-msimang-withdraws-anc-resignation/

It was first mentioned by Kangana Ranaut when she accused filmmaker Karan Johar of being the 'flagbearer of nepotism' in Bollywood.

Source: https://www.ibtimes.co.in/priyanka-chopra-vivek-oberoi-celebs-who-spoke-about-being-cornered-bollywood-karan-johar-reacts-858155

Montenegro is a candidate to join the EU, but it must first root out corruption, nepotism and organised crime.

Source: https://www.perthnow.com.au/politics/montenegro-leaning-toward-eu-path-economic-reforms-c-10944383

More could have been said about the balance of nepotism with Sarina’s portrayal of independent female power.

Source: https://harvardindependent.com/2023/04/review-atalanta/

Now, I work in an industry that doesn't care about its crews, promotes a-holes and nepotism, and scraps and bows to anyone with a little bit of money or fame who thinks they're God's gift to society.

Source: https://www.buzzfeed.com/lizmrichardson/useless-college-majors-job-stories

Our leaders who are not supposed to be leaders are there because of regional politics, religious bigotry, sectionalism, nepotism, and tribalism.

Source: https://www.completesports.com/vinicius-casemiro-antony-in-action-as-morocco-beat-brazil-in-friendly-match/

Rather than selecting the most experienced/able candidates for her cabinet, she prioritised a retinue of placemen, including our current first minister, appointing them to positions of power, with nepotism that would make Julius Caesar blush.

Source: https://www.heraldscotland.com/politics/23459076.humza-yousaf-will-sink-clings-nicola-sturgeons-legacy/?ref=rss

Recall that Ambassador Dauda had alleged “attempts to cover up the crass ineptitude, nepotism, impunity, tyranny and administrative rascality and impunity, that is taking place at the nation’s apex Intelligence agency.”

Source: https://www.africanexaminer.com/retired-staff-accuse-amb-dauda-of-making-wild-allegations-against-nia/