biases
n. countable B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈbaɪəsɪz// UK //bˈaɪəsɪz// bi·as·es
n. strong opinions or feelings that stop you from being fair or objective. You have biases when you judge people or ideas based on your own beliefs rather than facts.
n. prejudices in favor of or against one thing, person, or group compared with another, usually in a way considered to be unfair. Plural form of bias; used to describe multiple prejudices or systemic inclinations.
We all have biases that affect our choices.
The hiring manager checked her biases before reviewing the resumes to ensure a fair selection process.
Cognitive biases often distort our perception of reality, leading us to make decisions that contradict our own best interests.