unconscious bias

American  

[uhn-kon-shuhs bahy-uhs] / ʌnˈkɒn ʃəs ˈbaɪ əs /

noun

1. implicit bias.

2. deep, general patterns and shortcuts of cognitive processing that a person is unaware of and that underlie implicit bias.

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Etymology

Origin of unconscious bias

First recorded in 1780–90

Example Sentences

Some hiring managers may have unconscious bias and may even be younger than you.

From MarketWatch

Present in Rogers’ critique is precisely this type of unconscious bias.

From Salon

Just be mindful of unconscious bias towards one child over another.

From MarketWatch

“Judge Monguia expressed regret and remorse for his actions, and said that he had taken steps to address unconscious bias and other matters that contributed to his misconduct.”

From Los Angeles Times

The officer confirmed she had completed equality training, including on unconscious bias and discriminatory stereotypes, and said she was aware of stereotypes relating to black people.

From BBC