Synonyms for

Unbiased

Verb / ˌʌˈnbaɪʌst / Another word for unbiased — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Not biased or prejudiced; fair and impartial.

Synonyms & similar words

unbiassed indifferent impartial neutral objective fair just equitable open-minded disinterested even-handed impartible unprejudiced unbigoted unprepossessed uninfluenced unswayed dispassionate detached nonpartisan fair-minded balanced

Synonyms by register

Formal

impartial disinterested objective equitable

Informal

fair straight even-handed

Literary

dispassionate equitable

Antonyms

biased partial prejudiced partisan one-sided interested loaded

Common collocations

  • unbiased opinion
  • unbiased assessment
  • unbiased report
  • unbiased judge
  • unbiased source
  • unbiased perspective
  • unbiased approach

Word family

noun unbiasedness
adverb unbiasedly

Usage note

Often confused with 'disinterested', which means not influenced by personal feelings or concerns, while 'unbiased' means not favoring one side over another. 'Unbiased' is generally preferred in formal contexts.

Example sentences

  1. The teacher graded the tests in an unbiased manner.
  2. The journalist reported the news in an unbiased way.
  3. The referee made an unbiased call during the game.
  4. The hiring manager made sure to be unbiased during the interview process.
  5. It is important for judges to be unbiased when making decisions.

Quotes

  • An unbiased opinion means an opinion that is not biased. - Mehmet Murat Ildan
  • I do my best to be unbiased, but I'm only human. - Katie Couric
  • The truth is always an unbiased victim. - Suzy Kassem

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