Synonyms of impartiality

impartiality

noun

as in objectivity

lack of favoritism toward one side or another

the defense lawyers challenged the impartiality of the presiding judge

Synonyms & Similar Words

• objectivity
• neutrality
• neutralism
• objectiveness
• evenhandedness
• fairness
• nonpartisanship
• disinterest
• disinterestedness
• justice
• equity
• fair-mindedness
• tolerance
• detachment
• indifference
• unconcern
• apathy
• broad-mindedness
• open-mindedness
• straddling
• fence-sitting

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• bias
• prejudice
• favor
• partiality
• partisanship
• favoritism
• subjectivity
• chauvinism
• nepotism
• one-sidedness
• tendency
• inclination
• predisposition
• nonobjectivity
• propensity
• predilection
• penchant
• proclivity
• subjectiveness
• bent
• prejudgment
• preconception
• leaning

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of impartiality

In the defense motion seeking to recuse the trial judge from the post-trial proceedings, Anthony's attorneys questioned both Roach's impartiality in the case and his courtroom restrictions. — Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 20 Aug. 2026

The prosecutor also spent a lot of time asking Zeizel about his impartiality in the case. — Colleen Cronin, Boston Herald, 19 Aug. 2026

Admittedly, viewers on the festival circuit, like those in Locarno where this debuted, and folks who might catch it on streamers or in niche distribution are unlikely to be very bothered about the film’s lack of impartiality. — Leslie Felperin, HollywoodReporter, 18 Aug. 2026

Including academics in a paper like this typically implies greater credibility and the impartiality of an outside research institution, but the waters are a little muddier here. — Emily Forlini, Fortune, 13 Aug. 2026

Four ethics experts told ProPublica that by accepting the premium tickets Trusty and Carr compromised the FCC’s impartiality and should not take part in any upcoming decision on the merger. — ArsTechnica, 17 July 2026

Recognizing the agency’s independence and impartiality is a basis from which to further improve reliability of its key economic data. — The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 15 July 2026

Any reforms should reinforce, not weaken, the integrity, impartiality, and legitimacy of the Supreme Court for future generations. — Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, Sun Sentinel, 9 July 2026

The expectation of authenticity and impartiality is the whole product, and without it, the trust Reddit has been built on for two decades starts to break down. — Cody Luongo, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026