favouritism
/ˈfeɪvərɪtɪzəm/ · fav·our·it·ism
noun
- The unfair favouring of one person or group at the expense of another The company's favouritism towards the CEO's nephew led to accusations of nepotism and unfair hiring practices.
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Did you know? The concept of favouritism has been explored in various literary works, including Shakespeare's plays, where it is often depicted as a corrupting influence that can lead to tragic consequences. The term has also been used in modern psychology to describe the cognitive biases that lead people to favour certain individuals or groups over others.