Meaning
Partiality means unfair preference or bias toward one side, person, or thing over others. It can also mean a liking or special fondness for something.
Grammar and Usage
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Part of speech: Noun
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Refers to an attitude or action showing favoritism.
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Typical patterns:
- "partiality toward/for + noun" → He showed partiality toward his younger son.
- "have a partiality for + noun" → She has a partiality for chocolate.
Common Phrases
- show partiality – demonstrate favoritism
- partiality toward someone – unfair bias to a person
- partiality for sweets – personal liking for sweets
- accused of partiality – blamed for being unfair
Collocations
- partiality in judgment
- partiality for luxury
- partiality toward a candidate
- personal partiality
- partiality at work
Examples
- The judge was accused of partiality in the trial.
- The teacher’s partiality toward certain students caused complaints.
- She has a partiality for classical music.
- Partiality in the workplace can lead to conflict.
- He showed partiality toward his younger brother.
- The boss denied any partiality in promotions.
- I confess to having a partiality for ice cream.
Synonyms or Related
- Bias
- Favoritism
- Preference
- Inclination
- Predilection
- Fondness