objectivity

noun

ob·​jec·​tiv·​i·​ty ˌäb-ˌjek-ˈti-və-tē How to pronounce objectivity (audio)
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: the quality or character of being objective : lack of favoritism toward one side or another : freedom from bias
Many people questioned the selection committee's objectivity.
It can be difficult for parents to maintain objectivity about their children's accomplishments.
Many critics disputed the objectivity and reliability of his field observations, foreshadowing current anthropological concerns about the ability of any fieldworker to rise above personal preconceptions and impartially describe another culture.Bruce Bower
In journalistic circles, there was a good deal of hand-wringing that the bonds forged between reporters and soldiers could threaten objectivity.Mark Jurkowitz

Examples of objectivity in a Sentence

the teacher's objectivity would be seriously compromised if his own child were placed in the class
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Unlike any other mode of communication, mathematics offers a starting point rooted not in emotion or partisanship, but in objectivity — where evidence, data and reason lead the conversation. Vicki Abeles, Mercury News, 7 May 2025 Clooney enjoins his comrades to feel justified in twisting journalism from objectivity to partisanship. Armond White, National Review, 30 Apr. 2025 In light of these antics, experts are calling for an overhaul of the broken interview process lacking objectivity and structure. Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 16 Apr. 2025 Whereas empathy can lead to emotional entanglement that can distort decision-making, compassionate objectivity acknowledges and validates emotions without being overtaken by them. Tim Maurer, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for objectivity

Word History

Etymology

objective entry 1 + -ity

First Known Use

1803, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of objectivity was in 1803

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“Objectivity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/objectivity. Accessed 20 May. 2025.

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