Bias
/ˈbaɪəs/
Definitions
- (n.) A preconceived opinion or inclination that prevents impartial judgment.
The judge was accused of bias in the trial.
- (n.) Systematic error introduced into sampling or testing.
The survey results showed a bias due to non-random sampling.
- (v.) To influence unfairly or prejudicially.
The evidence was biased to favor the defendant's side.
Forms
- biases
- biased
- biasing
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Commentary
In legal drafting, clarifying 'bias' often requires specifying its source or nature to avoid ambiguity.
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