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To treat all sides equally without favoring any.
Examples
News outlets that are impartial are trusted by many readers.
When the coach was impartial, the players felt the game was fair.
His impartial report surprised those who expected him to pick a side.
She tried to stay impartial when her two friends argued about the movie.
Even in heated debates, she kept a impartial tone.
Similar words
unbiased
objective
balanced
fair
nonpartisan
even-handed
detached
disinterested
Meanings
Examples
The judge remained impartial throughout the trial.
She tried to stay impartial when her two friends argued about the movie.
News outlets that are impartial are trusted by many readers.
His impartial report surprised those who expected him to pick a side.
Even in heated debates, she kept a impartial tone.
The committee's impartial decision was praised for its fairness.
When the coach was impartial, the players felt the game was fair.
Similar words
unbiased
fair
objective
even-handed
nonpartisan
disinterested
detached
balanced
FAQ
What does impartial mean?
It means treating all sides equally without favoring any.
How is impartial used as an adjective?
It describes someone or something that does not take sides in a dispute.
What is the opposite of impartial?
The opposite is biased or partial.
Can impartial describe a person?
Yes, it can describe a person who remains neutral and unbiased.
Is impartial the same as unbiased?
Yes, impartial and unbiased are synonyms meaning the same thing.
In what situations is impartial appropriate?
It is appropriate when judging arguments, mediating conflicts, or evaluating evidence.
How does impartial differ from nonpartisan?
Both mean not supporting any side, but nonpartisan is usually used for political contexts, while impartial applies more broadly.
Does impartial imply fairness?
Yes, being impartial usually implies being fair and even-handed.
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