The Flaws Of Meritocracy

When questions of civil rights, or inequality, or discrimination arise, we are often reminded that we are supposed to be striving for an ideal: the ideal of meritocracy, where everyone rises and falls on their own merits. Take a moment to consider the problems with our ideal.Read more...

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  • FLAWS Synonyms: 130 Similar and Opposite Words
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    fatal flaw There's a fatal flaw in your reasoning. This report is full of flaws. A tiny mark flawed the otherwise perfect silk shirt. A flaw in the steering mechanism led to a recall of 200,000 cars. The company had to spend millions correcting design flaws.
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    Recent Examples of Synonyms for flaw. An investigation into over 411,000 Ford and Lincoln SUVs and pickup trucks that had a potential engine defect that caused the vehicles to lose power has been closed, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced in a report Monday.
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