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Meaning of godfatherism | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C1

Definitions

A form of political corruption in which an influential individual handpicks another, often less influential candidate, to attain leadership in order to exert authority or influence. This may be due to the unpopularity of one candidate, or to work around incumbency term limits.

Nigeria, uncountable

CEFR level

C1
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This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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See also

godfathership godform godforsaken godforsakenness Godfrey Godfreys Creek

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