as in neutrality
lack of favoritism toward one side or another
the teacher's objectivity would be seriously compromised if his own child were placed in the class
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Recent Examples of objectivity
The implementation of data analytics allows investors to make more informed decisions, reduce dependence on the human factor and increase the objectivity of their assessments.
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Dmitrii Khasanov, Forbes.com, 16 May 2025
That makes a mockery of any appearance of objectivity in cases challenging the administration or involving the ABA.
—Anna Commander, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 May 2025
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
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Dmitrii Khasanov, Forbes.com, 16 May 2025
That makes a mockery of any appearance of objectivity in cases challenging the administration or involving the ABA.
—Anna Commander, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 May 2025
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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for objectivity
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Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen reaffirmed his country's political support for Ukraine, despite Austria's long-standing military neutrality.—
Amanda Castro
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 June 2025
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Endorsing or opposing board candidates is outside the vendor role and is unethical – neutrality is required.—
Kelly G. Richardson,
Oc Register,
13 June 2025
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As a consequence, its countries are practiced in the art of strategic hedging and are predisposed to neutralism and nonalignment, owing to their colonial histories.—
David Shambaugh,
Foreign Affairs,
17 Dec. 2020
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India, an avatar of forceful neutralism early on, saw its influence diminished by regional conflict and domestic troubles.—
Erez Manela,
Foreign Affairs,
14 Dec. 2021
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“Objectivity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/objectivity. Accessed 26 Jun. 2025.
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