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Partisanship

Verb / ˈpɑ:rtʌzʌˌnʃɪp / Another word for partisanship — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Partisanship is when someone is strongly supporting one political party or group and is biased against others.

Synonyms & similar words

impartiality partiality bias prejudice favoritism partiality one-sidedness sectarianism factionalism narrow-mindedness intolerance bigotry dogmatism zealotry fanaticism chauvinism jingoism nationalism racism sexism homophobia xenophobia

Example sentences

  1. His partisanship for the Republican party was evident in his every action.
  2. She refused to listen to any opinions that didn't align with her partisanship.
  3. The media's partisanship is becoming increasingly obvious.
  4. The country's political divide is fueled by partisanship.
  5. Some people believe that partisanship is necessary for a healthy democracy.

Quotes

  • I have no patience with those who say that partisan loyalty is more important than national interest. - John F. Kennedy
  • Partisanship is our great curse. We too readily assume that everything has two sides and that it is our duty to be on one or the other. - James Harvey Robinson
  • Partisanship is a disease of the mind, in which the interests of the whole are sacrificed to those of a part. - James F. Cooper

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