objectivity

[ob-jik-tiv-i-tee, -jek-]

noun

1. the state or quality of being objective.

   He tries to maintain objectivity in his judgment.

2. intentness on objects external to the mind.

3. external reality.

Word History and Origins

Origin of objectivity¹

First recorded in 1795–1805; objective + -ity

Example Sentences

Private equity-backed accounting firms set up structures to separate audit and nonaudit practices to comply with rules prohibiting the impairment of auditors’ objectivity.

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"The kernel of the entire investment thesis is independence and objectivity. If you can't get your head around that, don't buy it," he said, according to Variety.

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So perhaps objectivity can be put to one side for this topic!

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The same is true of South Park, Colorado, but the show bearing its name eschews objectivity in favor of punching every which way.

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There is an objectivity to their perspective that seems very wise and noble.

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Related Words

• detachment 
• equality 
• neutrality