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meritocratic

/ˌmer.ɪ.təˈkræt.ɪk/

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adjective

/ˌmer.ɪ.təˈkræt.ɪk/C2formalpolitical
  • ruОтносящийся к системе или обществу, в котором продвижение основано на личных способностях или достижениях, а не на привилегиях, богатстве или социальном классе.

Relating to a system or society in which advancement is based on individual ability or achievement rather than on privilege, wealth, or social class.

  1. Based on abilityC1formal

    Relating to a system where advancement or success is based on individual ability, talent, and effort rather than on class, privilege, or wealth.

    ruОснованный на способностях

    • The company prides itself on its meritocratic hiring process.
    • A meritocratic society rewards hard work and intelligence.
    • The university's meritocratic admissions policy ensures equal opportunity for all applicants.

    Antonymsaristocratichereditaryoligarchic

Forms
  • more meritocratic comparative form
  • most meritocratic superlative form