as in personal
of, relating to, or belonging to a single person
even seemingly unbiased judges are influenced by their own subjective assumptions and interpretations of the law
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Recent Examples of subjective
In other words, the subjective sense of sleeping better does not match what the brain recordings show.
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Joanna Fong-Isariyawongse, The Conversation, 11 June 2026
Many view design as subjective, but Edwards became known in the industry for rooting his work in facts.
—Lindsay Schnell, New York Times, 11 June 2026
The investigation stems from allegations that Philadelphia police use a subjective standard to revoke firearm permits, possibly infringing on the rights of lawful gun owners.
—Rena Rowe, The Washington Examiner, 9 June 2026
In the end, the best potato salad is still highly subjective.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 8 June 2026
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Joanna Fong-Isariyawongse, The Conversation, 11 June 2026
Many view design as subjective, but Edwards became known in the industry for rooting his work in facts.
—Lindsay Schnell, New York Times, 11 June 2026
The investigation stems from allegations that Philadelphia police use a subjective standard to revoke firearm permits, possibly infringing on the rights of lawful gun owners.
—Rena Rowe, The Washington Examiner, 9 June 2026
In the end, the best potato salad is still highly subjective.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 8 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for subjective
Adjective
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The verdict was delivered amid difficult personal circumstances for Mette-Marit, Hoiby’s mother, who needs a lung transplant for pulmonary fibrosis.—
Reuters,
CNN Money,
15 June 2026
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In 2014, Smith served a nine-game suspension for violating the NFL’s personal conduct and substance abuse policies.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 June 2026
Adjective
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Do members get an exclusive newsletter or personalized recommendations?—
Big Think,
Big Think,
18 June 2026
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The backstory Opened in 2004, this is the second location in Cairo for the Four Seasons—there’s also the First Residence across the river in Giza—a brand that’s known internationally for its consistently high level of amiable and personalized service.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
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“Subjective.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/subjective. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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