NONPARTISAN Synonyms: 65 Similar and Opposite Words

nonpartisan

adjective

ˌnän-ˈpär-tə-zən

Definition of nonpartisan

as in impartial

marked by justice, honesty, and freedom from bias made a nonpartisan decision that satisfied all concerned

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as in neutral

not favoring or joined to either side in a quarrel, contest, or war nonpartisan observers who were there to ensure a fair election

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Recent Examples of nonpartisan The board also sent nonpartisan teams to deliver supplemental ballots to those who were unable to return, and mailed some new ballots to voters who have since left town. — Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 7 Aug. 2026 The candidates are running in the August 18 election for a four-year, nonpartisan post, budgeted to pay $135,000 a year in fiscal year 2026-27. — Stephen Hudak, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Aug. 2026 The nonpartisan Tax Foundation estimated the tariffs that were struck down --known as IEEPA tariffs -- cost the typical American household $700 last year. — Elizabeth Schulze, ABC News, 5 Aug. 2026 Washington has nonpartisan primaries, with the top two candidates with the most votes appearing on the November ballot. — Caitlin Yilek, CBS News, 5 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for nonpartisan

Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonpartisan

Adjective

In June, the defense argued that Murdaugh couldn’t get an impartial trial in the 14th Judicial Circuit, which includes Colleton County, partly because of heavy case publicity.

— Devon M. Sayers, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2026
Educational exchange succeeds when institutions are viewed as impartial facilitators of knowledge rather than instruments of influence.

— Ekramy El Zaghat, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of impartial

Adjective

Similarly, Roderick Crooks has demonstrated that Ed Tech’s algorithmic systems are not race-neutral.

— Kaliris Salas-Ramirez, New York Daily News, 16 Aug. 2026
The Angle Wedge Pillow's distinctive triangular shape cradles your legs and knees at a precise 45-degree angle to relieve tension in your back, while the Knee-T keeps legs, hips and spine in a neutral position to reduce pressure on your lower back.

— ABC News, ABC News, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of neutral

Adjective

The Skoll Foundation catalyzes transformational social change by investing in, connecting, and championing social entrepreneurs and other social innovators who together advance bold and equitable solutions to the world’s most pressing problems.

— Big Think, Big Think, 11 Aug. 2026
Councilwoman Joi Mayo said there was a lack of youth opportunities in her west Charlotte district and questioned whether the city had equitable programming.

— Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of equitable

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The March on Washington took place, drawing about 200,000 peaceful protesters to the nation’s capital to advocate for equal rights for Black Americans.

— USA TODAY, USA Today, 11 Aug. 2026
For the ones still trying to nail down their signature scent, a candle set that runs the entire olfactory gamut is equal parts indulgent and educational.

— Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 11 Aug. 2026