Definition of Bias
Bias
bi·as
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A tendency or inclination, especially one that prevents unprejudiced consideration.
e.g. The journalist tried to avoid bias in her reporting on the controversial issue.
(noun)
an interest in or concentration on one particular subject or matter;
e.g. The book is comprehensive, but with a strong bias towards the sciences.
(verb)
to cause to feel or show an unfair prejudice or inclination in favor of or against someone or something;
e.g. The publisher was biased against female authors who wrote about matters such as business and politics.
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