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 The network continued as a demonstration of soft power during the Cold War and beyond, broadcasting and streaming news into lands without a free press to offer unbiased journalism. David Folkenflik, NPR, 23 Mar. 2026 Leaders might assume that LLMs are able to offer a kind of unbiased, outside perspective. Harvard Business Review, 16 Mar. 2026 Consumers need accurate availability data, unbiased provider reviews and a clear understanding of how different internet technologies and plans align with their specific usage needs. William Jones march 11, Miami Herald, 11 Mar. 2026 The platform combines real-time provider availability, transparent pricing, and unbiased evaluations without selling user data or prioritizing providers based on advertisement spending. Felysha Walker, Kansas City Star, 11 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for unbiased
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unbiased
Adjective
  • But by state law, the board is not an impartial player.
    Steven Walker, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026
  • The attorneys argued that allowing such visual displays of the victims in the courtroom could potentially challenge the court’s ability to choose an impartial jury for the trial.
    Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 22 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • The Healthy School Food Pathway Fellowship is designed to empower experienced school nutrition leaders to create healthier, more sustainable K-12 meal programs centered around scratch cooking and equitable food access.
    Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
  • In the mid-1970s, when competitive girls sports teams were reinstated at Salinas, the yearbooks started to give them more equitable and respectful treatment.
    Michael A Messner, The Conversation, 22 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • That’s equal to roughly 13% of the total revenues that supported the state budget at that time.
    Keith M. Phaneuf, Hartford Courant, 26 Apr. 2026
  • Survivors can apply for equal shares of the payment if the person has died.
    Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 26 Apr. 2026

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“Unbiased.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unbiased. Accessed 1 May. 2026.

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