partiality

noun

ˌpär-shē-ˈa-lə-tē How to pronounce partiality (audio)
Definition of partialitynext
1
as in bias
an attitude that always favors one way of feeling or acting especially without considering any other possibilities partiality blinded the administrator to the benefits of the proposed system for distributing work

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2
as in tendency
a habitual attraction to some activity or thing a person with an unfortunate partiality for jumping to conclusions

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3
as in liking
positive regard for something a partiality toward outdoor sports of all kinds

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Recent Examples of partiality Despite its partiality to a president’s power over independent federal agencies, the court has repeatedly suggested that the Fed is an exception. — Jackie Calmes, Mercury News, 30 Aug. 2025 But, actually, partiality is one of the reasons that scenarios are valuable. — Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 27 May 2025 Murrow worked on Adlai Stevenson’s presidential campaign while at CBS, excusing his partiality as moral and intellectual superiority. — Armond White, National Review, 30 Apr. 2025 As a result, NGOs too are often subject to accusations of partiality. — Charli Carpenter, Foreign Affairs, 9 May 2011 See All Example Sentences for partiality
Recent Examples of Synonyms for partiality
  1. bias
  2. tendency
  3. liking
  4. prejudice
  5. aptitude
  6. like
  7. partisanship
  8. inclination
Noun
  • The critic's power stems from the brain's inherent negativity bias, a survival mechanism that overestimates threats.
    — Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Getting comfortable with an EV powertrain spinning road-bias AT tires over loose stones and sticks was also quite an experience.
    — Andrew P. Collins, The Drive, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of bias
Noun
  • Green Lantern stories can have a tendency to lean too far into the sc-fi angle, which can alienate a lot of non-hardcore fans.
    — Mike Ryan, IndieWire, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Maynard also commends the company for its presentation of the result, in light of AI’s tendency to copy humans’ mathematical results and present them as its own ideas.
    — Joseph Howlett, Scientific American, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of tendency
Noun
  • Simply turn it on, then adjust the heat, color, and timer to your liking.
    — Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Aug. 2026
  • Though the formula is gentle, the price tag is a little too high for our liking.
    — Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of liking
Noun
  • The lawsuit was dismissed Monday without prejudice, meaning the case may be filed again.
    — Riley Moser, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026
  • But Pirro’s office moved on July 31 to dismiss the felony case without prejudice after the Interior Department produced additional documents.
    — Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of prejudice
Noun
  • However, the Jets feel that Klubnik has good mental processing and the aptitude for explosive plays downfield.
    — Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Many of its rites can be performed by anyone, but there have often been individuals with a special aptitude for and knowledge of these practices.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of aptitude
Noun
  • The post has since garnered dozens of comments and thousands of likes.
    — Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 16 Aug. 2026
  • Then the frantic scramble to find out more, share the story, pass judgement, analyse, and, for the really creative few, produce that nugget of information that offers genuine insight — or failing that, generates a healthy supply of clicks and likes.
    — Gregg Evans, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of like
Noun
  • Maviglio argued that the top-two primary has failed to deliver on its promises to reduce partisanship and budget deficits in Sacramento.
    — Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Policymakers in Washington should look to Florida for a lesson in putting partisanship aside to protect people and lower costs.
    — Jaclyn de Medicci Bruneau, Sun Sentinel, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of partisanship
Noun
  • Salumeria 104 Come for Mediterranean vibes in a sidewalk cafe setting across from the sand at this Atlantic Beach restaurant—the inclination to sip an Aperol spritz and share a charcuterie platter is strong.
    — Terry Ward, Travel + Leisure, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Putin will eventually leave office, whether by death, illness, or—against all observable inclinations—stepping aside.
    — Julian G. Waller, Foreign Affairs, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of inclination

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