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Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
(British spelling) The unfair favouring of one person or group at the expense of another..
Heidi Alexander has experience of London. As Transport Secretary, she will also be under pressure not to show favouritism to the capital.
Use favouritism when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.
Favouritism means (British spelling) The unfair favouring of one person or group at the expense of another..
Common synonyms include discrimination, favoritism.
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
Heidi Alexander has experience of London. As Transport Secretary, she will also be under pressure not to show favouritism to the capital.
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