Definitions

1. noun

A person who earns money by exploiting their connections, typically in a corrupt or unfair manner, in a post-Soviet country, especially Russia.

“The nepman was accused of using his family ties to secure a lucrative government contract.”

2. noun

A person who has obtained wealth or privilege through corrupt means, often by exploiting their connections to those in power.

“The oligarch was exposed as a nepman, using his wealth and influence to silence his critics.”