objectivity
/ɔb'dʤektivnis/ Cách viết khác : (objectivity) /,ɔbdʤek'tiviti/
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Definition
- Noun:
- Judgment based on observable phenomena and uninfluenced by emotions or personal prejudices: The quality or state of being objective, meaning that judgments, reports, or analyses are based on facts and are not distorted by personal feelings, interpretations, or bias.
Usage
- General Use: Used to describe the quality of being impartial, neutral, and fact-based, especially in contexts like journalism, science, research, and decision-making.
- Common Contexts: Often discussed in contrast to "subjectivity." It is a desirable trait in professional and academic settings where fairness and accuracy are paramount.
Examples
- Noun:
- The journalist was praised for the objectivity of her reporting on the conflict.
- Scientific research strives for objectivity by relying on empirical data and reproducible methods.
- The judge's objectivity was crucial for a fair trial.
Advanced Usage
- "To maintain objectivity": To consciously preserve an unbiased, impartial stance.
- The mediator worked hard to maintain objectivity during the difficult negotiations.
- "A question of objectivity": Used to raise doubt about whether something is truly impartial.
- His close friendship with the accused raised a question of objectivity in his assessment.
Variants and Related Words
- Objective (adj): Not influenced by personal feelings or opinions; based on facts.
- An objective analysis of the data is required.
- Objectively (adv): In a way that is not influenced by personal feelings or opinions.
- The situation must be assessed objectively.
- Objectify (verb): To treat a person as an object or thing, often without regard for their personality or dignity. (Note: This is a distinct, often negative, concept related to perception, not a direct variant of "objectivity" in the sense of impartiality).
Synonyms
- Impartiality: Equal treatment of all rivals or disputants; fairness.
- Neutrality: The state of not supporting or helping either side in a conflict or disagreement.
- Detachment: A state of being emotionally disconnected or uninvolved, allowing for objective judgment.
- Fair-mindedness: Willingness to make judgments that are fair and not based on personal bias.
Antonyms
- Subjectivity: Judgment based on individual personal impressions, feelings, and opinions rather than external facts.
- Bias: Inclination or prejudice for or against one person or group, especially in a way considered to be unfair.
- Partiality: Unfair bias in favor of one thing or person compared to another; favoritism.
Related Phrases and Concepts
- "With objectivity": In an objective manner.
- She reviewed the applications with objectivity.
- "Lack of objectivity": The absence of impartiality; presence of bias.
- The report was criticized for its lack of objectivity.
- "Objective reality": The world or a state of things as they actually exist, independent of human perception or feelings. This philosophical concept is related to the ideal of objectivity.
Noun
- judgment based on observable phenomena and uninfluenced by emotions or personal prejudices