Nepotism Definition & Meaning

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

"Nepotism" in song lyrics

See how nepotism is used in real songs:

  • "It's all relative, melanin, nepotism"
    Jean Grae — Kill Screen a/k/a Steve Wiebe
  • "I scribble incredible rhymes to rhythm, nepotism"
    Ras Kass — Remain Anonymous
  • "both engaging, in insider trading and nepotism"
    Virtuoso f/ Ali Bey, Hashim Misah — Two

Usage tips for "nepotism"

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