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meritocrat
mer·i·toc·ra·cy M0230400 (mĕr′ĭ-tŏk′rə-sē)n. pl. mer·i·toc·ra·cies 1. A system in which advancement is based on individual ability or achievement.2. a. A group of leaders or officeholders selected on the basis of individual ability or achievement.b. Leadership by such a group. mer′it·o·crat′ (-ĭ-tə-krăt′) n.mer′it·o·crat′ic adj.TranslationsEncyclopediaSeemeritocracyMeritocrat
MeritocratA person who believes that the best qualified persons should be rewarded for their achievements. That is, talent and hard work are rewarded in a meritocracy, rather than other factors like personal relationships or tenure. Meritocracy in a corporation may cause better results, but certain positions are still commonly kept within a family or friendship network. |