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nepotism vs. cronyism

[ nep-uh-tiz-uhm ]
noun
  1. patronage bestowed or favoritism shown on the basis of family relationship, as in business and politics: She was accused of nepotism when she made her nephew an officer of the firm.
[ kroh-nee-iz-uhm ]
noun
  1. the practice of favoring one's close friends, especially in political appointments.