Definition of careerism

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ca·reer·ism    (k-rîrzm) KEY  

NOUN:

Pursuit of professional advancement as one's chief or sole aim: "Rampant careerism, which makes many a work place a joyless site, was in check" (Mary McGrory).

OTHER FORMS:
ca·reerist (Adjective) (Noun)

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