Definition

The quality of expressing a particular opinion or bias, often in a way that is not balanced or fair.

Example

The tendentiousness of the article made it clear that the author had a strong bias.

Conversation

Have you noticed the tendentiousness in some news articles lately?

Yeah, it seems like they push certain viewpoints more than others.

I find it really frustrating when they lack objectivity.

Totally! It makes it hard to trust the information.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tendentiousness → It is formed from "tendentious" (from Latin "tendentiosus", meaning aiming or tending towards) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "tendentiousness" refers to the quality of being biased or having a particular tendency, especially in a way that is controversial or one-sided.

Memory Tip

Think of 'tending towards' something, which helps you remember that 'tendentiousness' means having a bias or a particular inclination.

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