Pronunciation: /tʃəˈmɑkrəsi/
noun a portmanteau of 'chum' and 'democracy', used to describe a system where government decisions are made based on personal friendships and loyalties rather than merit or expertise
A1 I heard that some people believe our government is a chumocracy.
A2 The news report discussed allegations of a chumocracy in the local council.
B1 Many citizens are concerned about the rise of chumocracy in politics.
B2 The investigation revealed evidence of a chumocracy where friends were given preferential treatment.
C1 The corruption scandal exposed a deep-rooted chumocracy within the highest levels of government.
C2 The journalist's exposé on the chumocracy in the business sector led to widespread reforms and investigations.
formal The prevalence of a chumocracy in the government has raised concerns about transparency and fairness.
informal It's no secret that this company operates on a chumocracy basis, with promotions going to friends of the boss.
slang I heard that the whole hiring process is just a chumocracy - it's all about who you know.
figurative The chumocracy at play in the social circle ensured that only a select few were invited to the exclusive event.
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