Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

favouritism

Noun

ˌfeɪ.vəˈrɪt.ɪ.zəm

Definition

The practice of giving unfair preferential treatment to one person or group at the expense of others.

Examples

The manager’s favouritism was evident when he consistently assigned the best projects to his favorite employee.
Teachers should strive to avoid favouritism to ensure all students feel valued and motivated.
In the game, players complained about the favouritism exhibited towards certain teams by the referees.

Meaning

Favouritism refers to the bias shown towards a particular individual or group, often leading to inequitable outcomes in social, academic, or professional environments.