Definition of unbiasednext

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How does the adjective unbiased contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of unbiased are dispassionate, equitable, fair, impartial, just, and objective. While all these words mean "free from favor toward either or any side," unbiased implies even more strongly an absence of all prejudice.

your unbiased opinion

When is dispassionate a more appropriate choice than unbiased?

The words dispassionate and unbiased can be used in similar contexts, but dispassionate suggests freedom from the influence of strong feeling and often implies cool or even cold judgment.

a dispassionate summation of the facts

How do equitable and just relate to one another, in the sense of unbiased?

Equitable implies a less rigorous standard than just and usually suggests equal treatment of all concerned.

the equitable distribution of the property

In what contexts can fair take the place of unbiased?

Although the words fair and unbiased have much in common, fair implies a proper balance of conflicting interests.

a fair decision

When might impartial be a better fit than unbiased?

While in some cases nearly identical to unbiased, impartial stresses an absence of favor or prejudice.

an impartial third party

When could just be used to replace unbiased?

In some situations, the words just and unbiased are roughly equivalent. However, just implies an exact following of a standard of what is right and proper.

a just settlement of territorial claims

Where would objective be a reasonable alternative to unbiased?

The meanings of objective and unbiased largely overlap; however, objective stresses a tendency to view events or persons as apart from oneself and one's own interest or feelings.

I can't be objective about my own child

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of unbiased Mike Semel, an editorial director for standards and quality at The Athletic, conducted the review to determine whether Russini’s work was accurate and unbiased. — Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 3 Sep. 2026 Because the Dolphins’ 2026 training camp roster, which took the field for its first time on Wednesday, is filled with fresh faces, young talent who are being evaluated by fresh eyes, coaches and executives who are supposed to have unbiased eyes. — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 29 July 2026 The West Virginia and Washington initiatives are part of the federally funded State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP), which provides free, unbiased help navigating Medicare. — Susan Jaffe, NPR, 6 July 2026 This release should end the public perception of him as some unbiased source of truth. — Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 22 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for unbiased
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unbiased
Adjective
  • Our God, everyone’s God, the only God, is impartial and also universal.
    — The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 9 Nov. 2026
  • An impartial analysis by the Riverbank City Attorney Tom Hallinan found that the measure is potentially unconstitutional, citing conflicts with housing and annexation laws.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 3 Nov. 2026
Adjective
  • Lawmakers and educators have long mulled the idea of regionalizing school districts and reforming the ECS formula to make funding more equitable between school districts but there has been little change.
    — Livi Stanford, Hartford Courant, 10 Nov. 2026
  • Each has a role in addressing systemic labor challenges and supporting safe, equitable and dignified workplaces throughout global supply chains.
    — Orine D’Souza, Footwear News, 9 Nov. 2026
Adjective
  • Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves are trolling road fans in equal measure.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 10 Nov. 2026
  • That’s equal to one third of the total $3 billion she’s helped steward over the years.
    — Kyla Mandel, Time, 9 Nov. 2026

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“Unbiased.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unbiased. Accessed 14 Nov. 2026.

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