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Bias

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈbaɪəs/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈbaɪəs/"]/

Meaning of Bias

a strong feeling in favour of or against one group of people, or one side in an argument, often not based on fair judgement

In simple words: An unfair preference or dislike of something or someone.

Bias in a sentence

• The study was criticized for its bias in selecting participants.
• It's essential to recognize our own bias when evaluating information.
• Her bias towards one political party became evident during the discussion.
• In statistics, a bias can occur when a sample does not represent the population accurately.
• The artist's bias influenced the way the subject was portrayed in the painting.
• There is a bias in media that often favors sensational stories.
• In machine learning, bias can affect the performance of algorithms.
• He tried to avoid any bias in his research findings.
• The bias inherent in his opinion made it difficult to trust his judgment.
• Awareness of bias is crucial in promoting fair decision-making.

How to use Bias

Use 'bias' when discussing unfair treatment or preferences, often in contexts like media, research, or personal opinions. Avoid using 'bias' in casual conversations without context as it may sound overly formal.

Grammar pattern

bias + object

Memory hint

Think of 'buy us' - when you have a bias, you might favor one thing that 'buys' your opinion.

Related words

Collocations with Bias

• clear
• definite
• marked
• have
• demonstrate
• display
• creep in
• exist
• occur
• with bias
• without bias
• with a bias

Synonyms for Bias

• prejudice
• partiality
• favoritism
• inclination
• predilection

Opposites of Bias

• objectivity
• fairness
• neutrality

Common mistakes with Bias

• Confusing 'bias' with 'prejudice' - bias is more about preference.
• Using 'bias' without an object; it usually requires something to be biased against.
• Mispronouncing 'bias' as 'bee-iss' instead of 'bye-iss'.

Frequently asked questions about Bias

What does Bias mean?

An unfair preference or dislike of something or someone.

What is the definition of Bias?

a strong feeling in favour of or against one group of people, or one side in an argument, often not based on fair judgement

How do you use Bias in a sentence?

The study was criticized for its bias in selecting participants.

Can you give another example of Bias?

It's essential to recognize our own bias when evaluating information.

What are synonyms for Bias?

Common alternatives include prejudice, partiality, favoritism, inclination, predilection.

What is the opposite of Bias?

Opposite meanings include objectivity, fairness, neutrality.

What words go with Bias?

It commonly pairs with clear, definite, marked, have, demonstrate, display, creep in, exist, occur, with bias, without bias, with a bias.

What are common mistakes when using Bias?

Confusing 'bias' with 'prejudice' - bias is more about preference. Using 'bias' without an object; it usually requires something to be biased against. Mispronouncing 'bias' as 'bee-iss' instead of 'bye-iss'.

How do you pronounce Bias?

US: /["/ˈbaɪəs/"]/, UK: /["/ˈbaɪəs/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Bias?

Use 'bias' when discussing unfair treatment or preferences, often in contexts like media, research, or personal opinions. Avoid using 'bias' in casual conversations without context as it may sound overly formal.

What CEFR level is Bias?

"Bias" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.