impartial

[ im-pahr-shuhl ]

adjective

1. not partial or biased; fair; just:

   an impartial judge.

   Synonyms: equitable, unprejudiced, unbiased

   Antonyms: biased

impartial

/ ɪmˈpɑːʃəl /

adjective

1. not prejudiced towards or against any particular side or party; fair; unbiased

Derived Forms

• imˌpartiˈality, noun
• imˈpartially, adverb

Other Words From

• im·par·ti·al·i·ty [im-pahr-shee-, al, -i-tee], im·par·tial·ness noun
• im·par·tial·ly adverb
• pseu·do·im·par·tial adjective
• qua·si-im·par·tial adjective
• un·im·par·tial adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of impartial¹

First recorded in 1585–95; im- ² + partial

Synonym Study

See fair ¹.

Example Sentences

"We are being totally impartial, totally open minded and ensuring a thorough investigation is carried out."

From BBC

“Consistent with regular protocols, the OIG is responsible for monitoring all Department investigations such that they are fair, complete, and impartial,” the office said in an emailed statement.

From Los Angeles Times

"We’re sometimes faced with allegations of crime where people have strong opposing views. That’s why we work so hard to remain impartial and to investigate allegations, regardless of where they might lead."

From BBC

“Our platform is open, independent and impartial. Anyone can leave a review, so long as it’s based on a genuine experience.”

From BBC

As Webb has been at pains to point out, referees are human – but they must also be impartial and professional.

From BBC

Related Words

• candid
• detached
• disinterested
• dispassionate
• equitable
• evenhanded
• fair
• fair-minded
• neutral
• nonpartisan
• objective
• open-minded
• unbiased
• unprejudiced