1. The practice among those with power or influence of favoring relatives or friends, especially by giving them jobs or other advantages.
The company was criticized for nepotism after the CEO hired his son as vice president.
A empresa foi criticada por nepotismo depois que o CEO contratou seu filho como vice-presidente.
2. Favoritism shown to family members in matters of employment, promotion, or privilege.
Nepotism in government can undermine meritocracy and public trust.
O nepotismo no governo pode prejudicar a meritocracia e a confiança pública.