one-sidedly
Definition
Adverb: * In a manner that involves only one side, party, or perspective; not reciprocally or mutually. It describes an action, decision, or situation that is performed, made, or exists from a single viewpoint or by a single entity without the equal involvement, consideration, or agreement of others.
Usage and Examples
The adverb "one-sidedly" modifies verbs to describe how an action is performed. * The manager decided one-sidedly to change the work schedule without consulting the team. * The debate felt unfair because the moderator presented the topic one-sidedly, ignoring counterarguments. * He viewed the conflict one-sidedly, blaming the other party completely.
Advanced Usage
- In legal or diplomatic contexts: It often implies an action taken by a single state or party without the consent of others involved.
- The nation imposed sanctions one-sidedly.
- In arguments or narratives: It describes a perspective that is biased or incomplete because it fails to acknowledge other sides.
- The documentary portrayed the historical event one-sidedly, omitting crucial testimonies.
Variants and Related Words
- One-sided (adjective): Favoring one side in an unfair way; unequal.
- It was a one-sided competition.
- She has a one-sided view of the problem.
Synonyms
- Unilaterally
- Partially
- Biasedly
- Prejudicially
Antonyms
- Mutually
- Bilaterally
- Reciprocally
- Jointly
- Equitably
Related Phrases and Idioms
- To see/interpret something one-sidedly: To understand or explain a situation from only one perspective, often leading to a biased conclusion.
- You are interpreting the contract one-sidedly to favor your client.
Adverb
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in a unilateral manner; by means of one part or party
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they worked out an agreement unilaterally
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