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objectively

adv. manner
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ɑbˈdʒɛktɪvɫi// UK //ɒbdʒˈɛktɪvli// ob·jec·tive·ly Informal

adv. in a way that is based on facts rather than personal feelings or opinions. You use it when you want to be fair and look at the truth without being biased.

adv. in a manner that is not influenced by personal feelings, interpretations, or prejudice; based on unbiased facts.


SIMPLE

We need to look at the facts objectively.

CONTEXTUAL

The committee evaluated each candidate objectively by using a strict set of scoring criteria to avoid any personal bias.

COMPLEX

While it is difficult to remain entirely neutral during a heated debate, a journalist must strive to report the events objectively to maintain public trust.

Antonyms
Origin

From objective + -ly.

Usage

Typically modifies verbs or adjectives; in informal contexts, it is sometimes used as a sentence adverb to emphasize a claim.

Pitfall

He spoke objective about the problemHe spoke objectively about the problemLearners often use the adjective form 'objective' when the adverb 'objectively' is required to modify a verb.

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