fairness

[fair-nis]

noun

1. the state, condition, or quality of being fair, or free from bias or injustice; evenhandedness.

   I have to admit, in all fairness, that she would only be paid for part of the work.

2. the quality of being light of hair or complexion.

   Due to the fairness of her skin, she had to wear extra sunscreen even in the winter.

   One of the traits that he got from his father was the fairness of his hair.

Word History and Origins

Origin of fairness¹

fair ¹ + -ness

Example Sentences

They are required to wear blindfolds for fairness.

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In fairness, that's largely down to them scoring lots of goals at the start of last season rather than them really struggling to score in open play this campaign.

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In fairness to Kiffin, the urgency to decide now rather than at season’s end is a function of today’s college football recruiting calendar and transfer portal.

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The WHO Europe said countries should clarify accountability, establish redress mechanisms for harm, and ensure that AI systems "are tested for safety, fairness and real-world effectiveness before they reach patients".

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In a spirit of fairness, she did the same to his brother.

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