careerism

🇬🇧 UK/kə'rɪərɪzəm/🇺🇸 US/kә'riәrizm/
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Definitions

n.

The practice of pursuing career advancement as the main priority, often at the expense of ethics or personal integrity.

一味追求晋升的功利主义;事业至上主义

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
careerother
+
ismdoctrine, belief, practice
=careerism

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    His careerism led him to prioritize advancement over integrity.

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