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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

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Recent Examples of unbiased Inherent to our mission of empowering communities, we are dedicated to delivering essential and trusted content with a commitment to unbiased journalism. Arizona Republic, AZCentral.com, 19 Jan. 2026 This would allow space for mourning the deceased woman, an unbiased independent investigation of the fatal shooting in partnership with the state and federal law enforcement and prosecutors, and community dialogue without the presence of an armed federal force. Rick Pozniak, Boston Herald, 17 Jan. 2026 Kevin DeLuca, an assistant professor of political science at Yale University who has researched pink slime websites, conducted an experiment that showed subjects both real unbiased news sites and others produced by Metric Media. Colin Lecher, Los Angeles Times, 11 Jan. 2026 The Tribune owes 9th District readers a much better, unbiased article on their candidates for the upcoming primary and a much better discussion of the power of the anti-Israel organizations and other funding organizations relevant to this race. Chicago Tribune, 9 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for unbiased
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unbiased
Adjective
  • The jury Defense attorneys for Colin Gray had argued for a change of venue, asking Barrow County Superior Court Judge Nicholas Primm to move the case out of Barrow County so their client could get a fair and impartial jury.
    Jozsef Papp, AJC.com, 16 Feb. 2026
  • Current events in Charlotte have only amplified the importance of putting the most experienced, fair and impartial Judges on the bench.
    Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 16 Feb. 2026
Adjective
  • Proceeds from the campaign will go toward the association’s research efforts; education about heart health and heart disease prevention; advocacy for healthier, equitable communities; and training in lifesaving skills like CPR.
    Ashley Mackin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Feb. 2026
  • The most pressing issue facing Mecklenburg County is equitable opportunity — ensuring that where someone lives does not determine their access to quality health care, education, economic mobility or safety.
    Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 14 Feb. 2026
Adjective
  • That match — equal to half of your retirement contributions up to $2,000 — will be deposited directly into your Roth IRA.
    Jeanne Sahadi, CNN Money, 16 Feb. 2026
  • The actress took to Instagram to share a few photos of a look that was equal parts cheeky and cozy.
    Meg Walters, InStyle, 15 Feb. 2026

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“Unbiased.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unbiased. Accessed 19 Feb. 2026.

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