Impartiality

/ɪmˌpɑːrʃiˈælɪti/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The quality of not being biased or having favoritism; treating all rivals or disputants equally.

The judge's impartiality ensured a fair trial for both parties.

Freedom from favoritism or bias; fairness.

Impartiality in reporting is essential for maintaining trust in the media.

Neutrality; the absence of prejudice.

The committee stressed the importance of impartiality when evaluating the applications.

Objectivity in assessment or consideration.

Her impartiality enabled her to make sound decisions without emotional influence.

Derived from the Latin 'impar' meaning unequal, combined with '-ality', forming 'impartiality' to indicate lack of bias.

impartial judgment

A decision made without bias or favoritism.

practice impartiality

To act in a way that does not show bias or favoritism.

impartial observer

A person who witnesses an event without taking sides.

impartial

Not prejudiced towards or against any side.

bias

An inclination or prejudice for or against one person or group.

neutral

Not supporting or helping either side in a conflict.

Being fair

Dude, keep it impartial when you decide who gets the prize.

Not taking sides

He's totally impartial; he doesn't care about any of the drama.