Dilbert principle en · PROPN
Etymology
Introduced in the Dilbert comic strips, as a satirical take on the Peter principle.
Meanings
- (humorous) The theory that incompetent people in an organization tend to be promoted to a level at which they can do less harm to productivity.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| the Dilbert principle | canonical | lexicographic |