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impartiality

American  
[im-pahr-shee-al-i-tee] / ɪmˌpɑr ʃiˈæl ɪ ti /
Also impartialness

noun

  1. the quality of not being biased or prejudiced; fairness.

    We selected the debate moderators based on their reputations for integrity and impartiality.

Etymology

Origin of impartiality

impartial ( def. ) + -ity ( def. )

Example Sentences

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An FDA already struggling with credibility shouldn’t invite further doubts about judgment and impartiality.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026

A European Commission notice from 2021 defines a conflict of interest as a situation wherein a "financial actor's" impartiality is compromised "for reasons involving... economic interest or any other direct or indirect personal interest".

From Barron's • Mar. 12, 2026

Political impartiality was also ensured in the school's curriculum and teaching, inspectors ruled.

From BBC • Jan. 28, 2026

"We very much hope the package of measures will assure members that we have taken strong action to protect the neutrality and impartiality of the Song Contest," the EBU said.

From BBC • Dec. 3, 2025

She had the impartiality of nature, with the same lack of indulgence or clemency.

From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou

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