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unbiased

/ˌʌnˈbaɪəst/
fair and impartial

The journalist provided an unbiased report on the political debate.

The journalist's report was fair and impartial, presenting all sides without favoritism.


formal

Not influenced by personal feelings, interpretations, or prejudice; fair and impartial.

The judge made an unbiased decision based on the evidence presented.

The judge's decision was fair and impartial, relying solely on the evidence.

An unbiased opinion is crucial in scientific research to ensure accuracy.

In scientific research, impartiality is essential to maintain accuracy and objectivity.

Often used in contexts where fairness and objectivity are important, such as journalism, law, and research.

Collocations

unbiased opiniona fair and impartial viewpointunbiased reporta fair and impartial accountunbiased decisiona fair and impartial judgment

Synonyms

impartialneutralfairobjectivedisinterested

Antonyms

biasedprejudicedpartialfavorableunfair

Related Phrases

biasphrase
prejudice or favoritism
objectivephrase
not influenced by personal feelings

Pro Tip

Formal Context

Use 'unbiased' in formal writing or professional settings to convey fairness and impartiality.

Gold Rule

Avoid Overuse

While 'unbiased' is useful, avoid overusing it in casual conversation where simpler words like 'fair' or 'neutral' may suffice.

Word Origin

From 'un-' (not) + 'biased' (influenced by personal feelings or opinions). The term emphasizes fairness and impartiality.

Usage Notes

Commonly used in formal contexts to describe fairness in decision-making, reporting, or analysis. Avoid using it in informal or casual speech where it may sound overly formal.

Word Breakdown

un-
not
prefix
+
biased
influenced by personal feelings or opinions
root
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