Definition

The quality of treating all people and groups equally without favoritism or bias.

Example

The judge's impartiality ensured a fair trial for both parties.

Conversation

I really appreciate your sense of impartiality when discussing opinions.

Thanks! I think it's important to hear all sides of an argument.

Yeah, it makes conversations so much more productive.

Exactly! It helps everyone feel valued and understood.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Impartiality is formed from "im-" (meaning not) and "partial" (from Latin "partialis", meaning relating to a part). The suffix "-ity" (meaning the state or quality of) indicates the condition of being not partial. Thus, impartiality refers to the state of being unbiased or fair, not favoring one side over another.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('im-') being 'partial' — that’s why impartiality means being fair and unbiased.

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