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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 Organizations must remain vigilant in ensuring that AI agents are trained on high-quality, unbiased data and are regularly audited for fairness and accuracy. Tony Bradley, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025 Employers and plan sponsors should be vigilant in ensuring that individuals serving in these capacities are properly trained, unbiased, and fully compliant with ERISA’s legal requirements. True Tamplin, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025 A number of essential factors must be considered and covered to ensure an AI bot understands varied inputs; generates accurate, unbiased outputs; guards sensitive information; and provides responses that are both enlightening and engaging. Expert Panel®, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025 Our editors tested the entirety of the new-and-improved Concentrated Ginseng Rejuvenating Collection; read on for our unbiased review. Claire Sullivan, WWD, 15 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for unbiased
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unbiased
Adjective
  • Diddy's jury selection continued Tuesday with voir dire, the questioning of potential jurors to assess their ability to remain impartial upon hearing various types of evidence.
    Lauryn Overhultz , Tracy Wright, FOXNews.com, 6 May 2025
  • They were asked if their experience would prevent them from making an impartial judgment, and most said no.
    Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 5 May 2025
Adjective
  • The Cook County Board of Review has consistently advocated for reforms to improve initial assessments and ensure equitable outcomes for all taxpayers.
    George Cardenas, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2025
  • The group later delivered a letter to the governor’s office that called for equitable school funding and the passage of Senate Bill 1511, which has passed out of the Education Committee and has been sent to Appropriations.
    Jessika Harkay, Hartford Courant, 9 May 2025
Adjective
  • Thanks to the genius of Lamine Yamal, however, Flick’s men swiftly pulled one back and were equal by half time through Ferran Torres.
    Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 3 May 2025
  • Another thing to note is that not all glass shower doors are created equal.
    Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 3 May 2025

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“Unbiased.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unbiased. Accessed 20 May. 2025.

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