merit-based selections

[/ˈmɛrɪt beɪst sɪˈlɛkʃənz/]
nounpl: merit-based selections
seleções baseadas em mérito
1. The process of choosing or appointing individuals based primarily on their qualifications, abilities, skills, and demonstrated performance rather than other factors such as personal connections, nepotism, or demographic characteristics
The university uses merit-based selections for scholarship awards to ensure the most qualified students receive funding.
A universidade utiliza seleções baseadas em mérito para bolsas de estudo, garantindo que os alunos mais qualificados recebam financiamento.
2. A hiring or advancement system that evaluates candidates primarily on their competence, credentials, and work performance
The company implemented merit-based selections in its promotion process to increase fairness and transparency.
A empresa implementou seleções baseadas em mérito em seu processo de promoção para aumentar a justiça e transparência.
Merit-based selection is a core principle in both American and Brazilian educational and corporate systems, though implementation varies. In Brazil, merit-based systems are often contrasted with patronage (apadrinhamento) in public sector hiring. In the US, merit-based hiring is frequently discussed in debates about affirmative action and diversity initiatives in higher education and employment.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
merit-based appointmentsmeritocratic selectionscompetence-based selectionsperformance-based selectionsqualification-based choices
Antonyms / Antônimos
nepotistic selectionsarbitrary selectionsfavoritism-based selectionsquota-based selectionscronyism

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
seleções baseadas em mérito
Standard term used in educational and corporate contexts throughout Brazil
São Paulo
seleção por mérito
Slightly shortened version commonly used in business environments
Portugal
seleções baseadas no mérito
Portuguese variant with slightly different preposition usage
General American
merit-based selections
Standard term in US educational institutions and corporate HR practices

Related Words

meritocracyqualificationcompetenceperformance evaluationfairnesstransparencyaffirmative actiondiversity

Related Idioms & Phrases

level playing field
cream of the crop
best person for the job
fair and square
earn one's stripes
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