# impartiality

/ˌɪmˌpɑɹʃiˈæɫɪti/ (US) · /ɪmpˌɑːʃɪˈælɪti/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/impartiality
Updated: 2026-05-19

## Definition

the quality of being fair and not showing any favor to one side over another. You use this when someone makes a decision without letting their own feelings or opinions influence the result.

For teachers: the quality of being unbiased and fair in judgment or action. Often used in legal, journalistic, or political contexts to describe the absence of personal prejudice.

## Examples

- The judge showed great impartiality during the trial.
- The committee's impartiality was questioned when they awarded the contract to a company owned by a member's relative.
- Maintaining the impartiality of the press is essential for a healthy democracy, as it ensures that the public receives a balanced and accurate representation of events.

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