nepotism

nepotism is a   Noun

Definition:

[1] 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. From nepotism Alexander V. was safe; for he was without kindred or relatives. But there was another perhaps more fatal nepotism, which turned the tide of popularity against him -- the nepotism of his order. Milman.

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