nepotism; cronyism
Refers to favoritism based on personal connections rather than merit, especially in hiring or promotion.
Nepotism is rampant in that company.
To eliminate cronyism, we clarified the hiring criteria.
Colloquial abbreviation of コネクション, often used in everyday speech for personal connections used to gain advantage. 縁故主義 is a more formal term for the systemic practice.
Refers to favoritism or personal considerations influencing decisions, often in a broader sense than just hiring. 縁故主義 specifically emphasizes family or personal ties.
Compound of 縁故 (personal connection) and 主義 (principle, -ism).