Unbiassed: meaning, definitions and examples

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unbiassed

 

[ ʌnˈbaɪst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

fair opinion

The term 'unbiased' refers to the quality of being impartial and fair, without showing favoritism or prejudice. An unbiased perspective is crucial for objective analysis and decision-making, as it ensures that all viewpoints are considered equally. It often applies to research, journalism, and any profession where fairness and objectivity are important. Being unbiased helps in establishing credibility and trust.

Synonyms

dispassionate, fair, impartial, neutral, objective

Examples of usage

  • The report offered an unbiased view of the situation.
  • As an unbiased judge, she considered all evidence before making a decision.
  • The researcher aimed to provide an unbiased analysis of the data.

Translations

Translations of the word "unbiassed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 imparcial

🇮🇳 निष्पक्ष

🇩🇪 unparteiisch

🇮🇩 tidak berpihak

🇺🇦 неупереджений

🇵🇱 bezstronny

🇯🇵 偏りのない

🇫🇷 impartial

🇪🇸 imparcial

🇹🇷 tarafsız

🇰🇷 편견 없는

🇸🇦 غير متحيز

🇨🇿 neutrální

🇸🇰 neutrálny

🇨🇳 公正的

🇸🇮 nepristranski

🇮🇸 hlutlaus

🇰🇿 бейтарап

🇬🇪 უსამართლო

🇦🇿 obyektiv

🇲🇽 imparcial

Etymology

The word 'unbiased' has its roots in Middle English, where 'bias' was adopted from the Old French 'biais', meaning 'oblique' or 'slanting'. This, in turn, derived from the Latin 'bida', which indicates a slanted or tilted position. The prefix 'un-' is a common negation in English, meaning 'not'. Thus, 'unbiased' literally translates to 'not slanted', indicating a lack of partiality. The usage of the term has evolved over the centuries, becoming particularly prominent in contexts involving fair play, justice, and objective assessment, especially in fields like academia, law, and journalism. Its importance has grown in contemporary discourse as society increasingly values fairness and equity across various domains.