favouritism
Translation
favoritism, partiality, bias
Examples
The manager was accused of favouritism.
The manager was accused of favoritism.
There were complaints of favouritism in the team selection.
There were complaints of favoritism in the team selection.
Grammar Patterns
((favoritism)) the unfair practice of giving advantages to certain people The manager was accused of favoritism.
Similar Words
Synonyms: partiality, bias, nepotism; Antonyms: impartiality, fairness
Etymology
From 'favorite' + '-ism' (a practice or system). The practice of treating your favorites better.
Memory Tips
Imagine a teacher only giving 'favors' to their 'favorite' students. That's 'favoritism'. The British spelling is 'favouritism'.