Nepotism vs. Cronyism

Nepotismnoun

The favoring of relatives or personal friends because of their relationship rather than because of their abilities.

Nepotismnoun

Undue attachment to relations; favoritism shown to members of one's family; bestowal of patronage in consideration of relationship, rather than of merit or of legal claim.

Nepotismnoun

favoritism shown to relatives or close friends by those in power (as by giving them jobs)

Nepotism

Nepotism is a form of favoritism which is granted to relatives and friends in various fields, including business, politics, entertainment, sports, religion and other activities. The term originated with the assignment of nephews to important positions by Catholic popes and bishops.Nepotism has been criticized since the ancient times by several philosophers, including Aristotle, Valluvar, and Confucius, condemning it as both evil and unwise.

Cronyismnoun

Favoritism to friends without regard for their qualifications, especially by appointing them to political positions.

Cronyismnoun

favoritism shown to friends and associates (as by appointing them to positions without regard for their qualifications)

Cronyism

Cronyism is the practice of partiality in awarding jobs and other advantages to friends or trusted colleagues, especially in politics and between politicians and supportive organizations. For instance, this includes appointing to positions of authority, regardless of their qualifications; this is in contrast to meritocracy, in which appointments are made purely on qualification.