careerism
UK/kə'rɪərɪzəm/US/kә'riәrizm/
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Definitions
n.
The practice of prioritizing career advancement above all else.
事业至上主义;一味追求晋升。
Root Breakdown
Native Englishcareer + -ism (doctrine, practice) = treating career advancement as a guiding principle. Often mildly disapproving.
Root car still carries 96 more wordsExample Sentences
- 1.
Critics accused the party of pure careerism rather than genuine public service.