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Definition favoritism in American English

favoritism noun

[uncountable] noun
/ˈfeɪv(ə)rɪˌtɪzəm/
1

the unfair practice of giving someone help or advantages that you do not give to other people

Example

He was accused of showing favoritism to particular students.

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Definition favoritism in American English