one-sid·ed
| \ ˈwən-ˈsī-dəd
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Definition of one-sided
1a(1)
: having one side prominent : lopsided
(2)
: having or occurring on one side only
b
: limited to one side : partial
a one-sided interpretation
2
: unilateral
a one-sided decision
Synonyms & Antonyms for one-sided
Synonyms
Antonyms
- disinterested,
- equal,
- equitable,
- evenhanded,
- fair,
- impartial,
- neutral,
- nonpartisan,
- objective,
- unbiased,
- unprejudiced
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“One-sided.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/one-sided. Accessed 18 May. 2022.
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The first known use of one-sided was circa 1793
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