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fairness
/ˈfɛːrnəs/
justness and impartiality
The judge's fairness in the trial was widely respected.
The judge treated all parties equally and without bias.
general
The quality of being fair, just, and impartial in treatment or judgment.
Fairness in sports ensures that all teams have equal opportunities to compete.
Fairness in sports means no team is given an unfair advantage.
She valued fairness in her workplace, ensuring everyone was treated equally.
She believed in equal treatment and justice for all employees.
Fairness often involves treating people equally and without prejudice.
Collocations
fairness in treatmentthe quality of treating people equallyfairness in competitionensuring equal opportunities for all participants
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Fairness in Communication
Fairness in communication means listening to all sides and avoiding favoritism.
Gold Rule
Fairness in Decision-Making
Fair decisions are based on facts, not personal biases.
Word Origin
From Middle English 'fairnesse,' meaning 'beauty, loveliness,' later evolving to mean 'justness' in the 16th century.
Usage Notes
Fairness is often discussed in contexts like law, sports, and workplace policies.
Word Breakdown
fair
just or impartial
root-ness
a state or quality
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