unprejudiced

adjective

ˌən-ˈpre-jə-dəst How to pronounce unprejudiced (audio)
Definition of unprejudicednext
as in impartial
marked by justice, honesty, and freedom from bias an unprejudiced judicial opinion

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Recent Examples of unprejudiced Here were no impartial judges, no unprejudiced witnesses, to observe or record the facts. — Laurie Maffly-Kipp, The New Republic, 1 July 2020 Ukrayina-Tsentr has risked much, even in peaceful times, to bring people unprejudiced facts—the cornerstone of a still-burgeoning democracy. — Efim Marmer, WSJ, 18 May 2022 Bheem’s courtship of the governor’s unprejudiced niece (a charming Oliva Morris), which provides some comic relief, not that anything in the film is really meant to be taken seriously. — Frank Scheck, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Nov. 2022 What’s needed is the deepest and most unprejudiced investigation possible of the campaign and this Presidency’s possible crimes or misdemeanors. — David Remnick, The New Yorker, 17 May 2017 This riveting two-part docuseries preceded the fictional take seen in The Girl From Plainville, taking an unprejudiced and empathetic approach when exploring the complex case, presenting all the facts without vilifying one individual. — James Mercadante, Entertainment Weekly, 4 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unprejudiced
  1. impartial
  2. equitable
  3. equal
Adjective
  • Police officers are encouraged to use their judgment and, when appropriate, provide motorists with warnings as part of the Department’s commitment to fair, impartial and community-oriented policing.
    — Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 1 July 2026
  • The values imparted to me throughout my public school education — equal opportunity, impartial justice, respect for expertise, basic honesty — have been abandoned by a new breed of politician that has turned governance itself into a blood sport.
    — Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 29 June 2026
Definition of impartial
Adjective
  • But history shows that technology alone does not deliver equitable outcomes.
    — Marjorie Parker, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
  • As climate change increasingly shapes our daily lives, LGBTQ+ communities deserve a seat at the table, not only because we are affected by these challenges, but because our perspectives can help build more equitable and resilient solutions.
    — Isabella Montealegre, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 June 2026
Definition of equitable
Adjective
  • That’s because the accessory is equal parts practical and fashion-forward, keeping my hair out of my face while adding a bit of personality to my outfits.
    — Kelsey Stewart, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2026
  • There would be no interminable seated supper, but delicacies served at stations that allowed this crowd to mingle and gossip in equal measure.
    — Bryan West, USA Today, 7 July 2026
Definition of equal

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“Unprejudiced.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unprejudiced. Accessed 9 Jul. 2026.

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