What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
partialize
Example
The manager was accused of partializing certain employees over others. [partializing: verb]
Example
The judge's partializing of the defendant was evident in his ruling. [partializing: gerund or present participle]
favoritism
Example
The teacher's favoritism towards certain students was obvious to everyone. [favoritism: noun]
Example
The company's policy prohibits any form of favoritism towards employees. [favoritism: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Favoritism is a more commonly used word than partialize in everyday language and is more likely to be understood by English speakers.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between partialize and favoritism?
Both partialize and favoritism are generally considered informal words, but favoritism is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
