meritocracy
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/ˌmerɪˈtɑːkrəsi/
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/ˌmerɪˈtɒkrəsi/
A system where the most talented or hardworking people are chosen for jobs or positions of power.
In a true meritocracy, the best person for the job would be chosen, regardless of their background.
本当のマージトクラシーでは、バックグラウンドにかかわらず、最も適任の人が選ばれます。
The group of people who are in power because they are considered the most talented or hardworking.
The meritocracy in the company was questioned when a less qualified candidate was promoted.
資格のある候補者が昇進されたときに、会社のマージトクラシーが問われた。