impartial  /ɪm ˈpɑr ʃəl/ ? Meaning of "impartial"

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Definition(s):

  1. (adj) showing lack of favoritism
  2. (adj) free from undue bias or preconceived opinions

Usage(s):

  • When the media stepped up the tempo, the Government was forced to set up an impartial inquiry into the firing incident.

Quotes

  1. "The prosecution did not present enough evidence for an impartial jury to conclude beyond a reasonable doubt that Ms. Knox was guilty," Cantwell said. "Italian jurors were not sequestered and were allowed to view highly negative news coverage...
    on Dec 4, 2009 By: Maria Cantwell Source: Seattle Times

  2. "This election should be an inclusive process where all the parties and all the people can participate," the secretary-general said. "This election must be held in a credible and impartial and objective way."
    on Jun 18, 2010 By: Ban Ki-moon Source: The Canadian Press

  3. "The burden is on the nominee to show that her record demonstrates that she can be a fair and impartial justice rather than one who would have an outcome-based approach," said Senator Jon Kyl, an Arizona Republican.
    on Jun 28, 2010 By: Jon Kyl Source: BusinessWeek

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