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bias

[bahy-uhs]

bias Definition

a particular tendency, trend, inclination, feeling, or opinion, especially one that is preconceived or unreasoned.

Using bias: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "bias" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The article was written with a clear bias towards the company.

  • Example

    The judge was accused of bias against the defendant.

  • Example

    The study was conducted without bias to ensure accurate results.

bias Synonyms and Antonyms

Idioms Using bias

  • to have a negative opinion or prejudice against someone or something

    Example

    The teacher seemed to have a bias against students who asked too many questions.

  • show bias towards

    to demonstrate a preference or partiality towards someone or something

    Example

    The manager was accused of showing bias towards employees who were friends with him.

  • to set aside personal opinions or prejudices in order to make an objective decision

    Example

    It's important to put bias aside when evaluating job candidates.

Phrases with bias

  • prejudice or discrimination based on gender, especially against women

    Example

    The company was accused of gender bias in its hiring practices.

  • prejudice or discrimination based on race or ethnicity

    Example

    The study found evidence of racial bias in the criminal justice system.

  • the tendency to search for, interpret, and remember information in a way that confirms one's preexisting beliefs or hypotheses

    Example

    The researcher was careful to avoid confirmation bias in their analysis of the data.

Origins of bias

from Old Provençal 'biais', meaning 'slanting direction'

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Summary: bias in Brief

The term 'bias' [bahy-uhs] refers to a preconceived or unreasoned tendency, trend, inclination, feeling, or opinion. It can manifest as prejudice or favoritism, as in 'The judge was accused of bias against the defendant.' 'Bias' extends into phrases like 'gender bias,' and idioms like 'put bias aside,' denoting the need to set aside personal opinions to make an objective decision.

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