subjectivity

American  

[suhb-jek-tiv-i-tee] / ˌsʌb dʒɛkˈtɪv ɪ ti /

noun

plural

subjectivities

1. the state or quality of being subjective; subjectiveness.

2. a subjective thought or idea.

3. intentness on internal thoughts.

4. internal reality.

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Other Word Forms

• nonsubjectivity noun

Etymology

Origin of subjectivity

First recorded in 1805–15; subjective + -ity; probably modeled on German Subjectivität

Example Sentences

At this point, it is worth stating there is a subjectivity to what constitutes a 'good' pitch.

From BBC

In a bid to purge subjectivity, the definitions were written in a style that was minutely descriptive but might charitably be called ungainly.

From The Wall Street Journal

While both of those crimes are terrible and certainly deserving of harsh punishment, they also highlight the subjectivity of the “exceedingly rare” standard he’s using.

From Los Angeles Times

While there can be some subjectivity involved with hard skills, it's generally easy for employers to see whether or not you have those skills.

From Salon

And that subjectivity, he said, tends to favor the league’s star players.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• individuality