Synonyms of favoritism

favoritism

noun

as in bias

the unfair practice of treating some people better than others

The favoritism of the boss led to many disgruntled employees.

He accused the teacher of showing favoritism in assigning grades.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• bias
• prejudice
• nepotism
• cronyism
• chauvinism
• partiality
• tendency
• partisanship
• tendentiousness
• favor
• one-sidedness
• ply
• nonobjectivity
• predisposition
• predilection
• parti pris
• proclivity
• penchant
• propensity
• inclination
• self-opinionatedness
• prejudgment
• bent
• leaning
• self-partiality
• preconception
• prepossession

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• fairness
• neutrality
• objectivity
• impartiality
• indifference
• unbiasedness
• detachment
• open-mindedness
• calm
• dispassion