: marked by impartiality and honesty : just, unprejudiced
fair-mindedness noun

Examples of fair-minded in a Sentence

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People like Andric with credible fears deserve a fair-minded hearing. The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 13 July 2026 Reasonable, fair-minded people can disagree about the organization’s campaign. Michael Cunningham, AJC.com, 4 June 2026 Even without a law degree, such a conclusion should resonate with most fair-minded Americans. Torrey Snow, Baltimore Sun, 6 May 2026 This morning invites steadier, fair-minded choices. Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fair-minded

Word History

First Known Use

1645, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of fair-minded was in 1645

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“Fair-minded.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fair-minded. Accessed 20 Jul. 2026.

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