objective
Translation
objective, impartial, unbiased
Examples
We need an objective opinion on this matter.
We need an objective opinion on this matter.
It's hard to be objective about your own children.
It's hard to be objective about your own children.
Grammar Patterns
an objective ((noun)) an impartial (noun) We need an objective analysis of the situation.
to be objective about ((sth.)) to be impartial about (sth.) It is difficult to be objective about family.
Similar Words
Synonyms: impartial, unbiased, neutral; Antonyms: subjective, biased, partial
Etymology
From Latin 'obiectum', meaning 'thing presented to the mind'. Based on facts and reality (the 'object') rather than feelings.
Memory Tips
An objective view is like a camera's view—it just shows the object as it is, without personal feelings.