What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
favoritism
Example
The boss showed favoritism towards his nephew by promoting him over more qualified candidates. [favoritism: noun]
Example
She accused the judge of favoritism towards the defendant due to their shared background. [favoritism: noun]
partiality
Example
The teacher's partiality towards certain students was evident in her grading. [partiality: noun]
Example
The politician's partiality towards big corporations was criticized by his opponents. [partiality: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Favoritism is more commonly used than partiality in everyday language.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between favoritism and partiality?
Both favoritism and partiality are formal words that are typically used in professional or academic settings.
