Meaning of the word partiality in English
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partiality
US /ˌpɑːr.ʃiˈæl.ə.t̬i/
UK /ˌpɑːr.ʃiˈæl.ə.t̬i/
Noun
1.
a particular liking or preference for something
Example:
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She showed a clear partiality for the younger students.
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He has a partiality for spicy food.
Synonym:
2.
unfair bias in favor of one thing or person compared with another
Example:
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The judge was accused of partiality in his ruling.
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To avoid any appearance of partiality, the committee members recused themselves.
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