implicit bias

[ im-plis-it bahy-uhs ]

noun

, Psychology.

1. bias that results from the tendency to process information based on unconscious associations and feelings, even when these are contrary to one’s conscious or declared beliefs:

   In some cases, implicit bias rather than conscious prejudice is a factor in cases of racial discrimination.

Word History and Origins

Origin of implicit bias¹

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

Whether it’s lack of mentorship or sponsorship, whether it’s implicit bias, whether it’s requirements that basically make it impossible for women to have any children and stay competitive for promotion as operations officers, for example.

From Freakonomics

Some investigators regard that test as a window into hidden prejudice — and implicit bias training has become common in many workplaces.

From Science News

In addition to sleep research, my major area of work, and Steve’s as well, is in implicit bias.

From Freakonomics

For example, she led an effort to institute implicit bias training for hiring committees, mandated a minimum level of diversity for hiring committee members and standardized the hiring process to reduce subjectivity in screening candidates.

From Voice of San Diego

He also raised the possibility of implicit bias against him as a person of color.

From Voice of San Diego

A new study shows how implicit bias changes dramatically perceptions of black children.

From The Daily Beast

Still, sits well with what we know about implicit bias, discrimination, and the housing market.

From The Daily Beast