meritocracy | ||
1. | [ noun ] (sociology) a form of social system in which power goes to those with superior intellects | |
Related terms: | social_organization | |
2. | [ noun ] (politics) the belief that rulers should be chosen for their superior abilities and not because of their wealth or birth | |
Related terms: | political_orientation | |
Similar spelling: |
meritocractic meritocratic |