bias

Definitions

An inclination or prejudice for or against one person or group, especially in a way considered to be unfair.

A systematic distortion of a statistical result due to a factor not allowed for in its derivation.

A diagonal line of direction, especially across the grain of a fabric.

Examples

The study was criticized for having a clear bias toward the experimental group.

It is important to recognize your own personal bias when evaluating new information.

Synonyms

prejudice partiality favoritism inclination leaning predilection slant

Antonyms

impartiality neutrality fairness objectivity detachment unbiasedness equity