EVENHANDED Synonyms: 44 Similar and Opposite Words

evenhanded

adjective

ˌē-vən-ˈhan-dəd

Definition of evenhanded

as in impartial

marked by justice, honesty, and freedom from bias an evenhanded meting out of punishment

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Recent Examples of evenhanded The biography is presented as a clear-eyed and evenhanded examination of Reid’s complex legacy that neither whitewashes his methods nor diminishes his accomplishments. — Los Angeles Times, 18 Jan. 2026 His background in writing for professionals in education and healthcare has honed his evenhanded and empathetic approach to delicate subjects. — Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 19 Nov. 2025 While Ellis’ approach has been viewed by some as assertive oversight of executive powers, Ellis’ former colleagues who spoke with CNN described her as someone who dispenses evenhanded justice. — Dalia Faheid, CNN Money, 4 Nov. 2025 In a frank and evenhanded assessment of their life on US campuses, one said that his American classmates on balance held racist views toward Indians and their religious beliefs and were not particularly interested in learning about their culture. — Literary Hub, 29 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for evenhanded

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Adjective

Argentina followers found the more official watch party at Centennial Park too um … impartial … for their tastes and moved their festivities a few blocks east.

— Adam Van Brimmer, AJC.com, 16 July 2026
The agency’s swift judgement on the incidents prompted calls for impartial investigations from local officials and a flurry of protests.

— Annette Choi, CNN Money, 15 July 2026

Definition of impartial

Adjective

The city is prioritizing equitable access to chargers, specifically for residents of apartments and multifamily housing, disadvantaged and underserved communities, small businesses and publicly accessible locations, according to the city’s website.

— Camryn Dadey, Sacbee.com, 15 July 2026
Christensen hopes artists engaging with the river spurs conversation for more equitable green investments that benefit communities and the environment.

— Jireh Deng, Los Angeles Times, 13 July 2026

Definition of equitable

Adjective

Molinar’s settlement is equal to the sum of one year’s salary and benefits, according to the separation agreement released by Fort Worth ISD officials on Tuesday in response to an open records request.

— Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 July 2026
If, by chance, Mbappe and Messi were to end the tournament with an equal number of goals and assists, the award would go to the player who achieved those goals/assists in the fewest number of minutes.

— Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 14 July 2026

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