impartiality

noun

im·​partiality (¦)im How to pronounce impartiality (audio)
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Synonyms of impartialitynext
: the quality or state of being impartial : freedom from bias or favoritism : disinterestedness, fairness
the impartiality of the scientific spiritJohn Dewey
with wonderful impartiality, the play admits shenanigans and sentimentTime

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“Impartiality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/impartiality. Accessed 19 Dec. 2025.

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