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.
진정한 엘리트주의에서는 직무에 가장 적합한 사람이 배경에 관계없이 선택됩니다.
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.
자격이 적은 후보자가 승진했을 때 회사의 엘리트주의에 의문이 제기되었습니다.