impartial
Translation
impartial, unbiased, neutral, fair
Examples
A judge must be impartial.
A judge must be impartial.
We need an impartial observer for the talks.
We need an impartial observer for the talks.
Grammar Patterns
((to be)) impartial to be fair and not take sides A judge must be impartial.
Similar Words
Synonyms: unbiased, neutral, objective, fair; Antonyms: biased, partial, prejudiced
Etymology
From the prefix 'im-' (not) + 'partial' (favoring one side). Literally means 'not partial' or 'not taking sides'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'I'm partial' as meaning you have a preference or favor one side. 'Impartial' is the direct opposite: having no preference.